6242C over Little Blue River
FairPontotoc County, Oklahoma · 4.5S & 9.1W of Fittstown · Structure no. 091560000000000
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
6242C over Little Blue River is a concrete culvert carrying 6242C over Little Blue River in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 6242C over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is 6242C over Little Blue River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 6242C over Little Blue River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is 6242C over Little Blue River?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 6242C over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.