U.S. 271 over Creek
GoodPushmataha County, Oklahoma · 0.78 SE JCT SH-2 · Structure no. 041330000000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 271 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 271 over Creek in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 72 years old, older 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 900 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,440 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 271 over Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is U.S. 271 over 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 271 over Creek carry?
About 900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 271 over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 271 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.