US Bridges

U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek

Fair

Osage County, Oklahoma · 4.6 Mi. E. Jct. SH18 · Structure no. 159610000000000

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek in Osage County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 60
CrossesLittle Chief Creek
Location4.6 Mi. E. Jct. SH18
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyOsage County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.68057, -96.60746
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2022)
Projected traffic3,200 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$874,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns U.S. 60 over Little Chief Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.