US Bridges

U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek

Good

Pittsburg County, Oklahoma · 3.7 SE JCT US 69B · Structure no. 207150000000000

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,920 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 270
CrossesNutter Creek
Location3.7 SE JCT US 69B
RouteU.S. Route 270
CountyPittsburg County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.91299, -95.71314
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,200 (2022)
Projected traffic17,920 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$928,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek carry?

About 11,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 270 over Nutter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.