N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River
PoorPosted for loadOklahoma County, Oklahoma · N End Overholser Lake · Structure no. 014160000000000
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 748 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River is a steel truss - thru carrying N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 101 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2042. The structure is 748 ft (228 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River?
The structure is 748 ft (228 m) long with a longest span of 144 ft (43.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns N. Overholser DR over N. Canadian River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.