US Bridges

U.S. 271 over Jack Fork Creek Overflow

Good

Pushmataha County, Oklahoma · 6.46 S Latimer C/L · Structure no. 236450000000000

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 271 over Jack Fork Creek Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 271 over Jack Fork Creek Overflow in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesU.S. 271
CrossesJack Fork Creek Overflow
Location6.46 S Latimer C/L
RouteU.S. Route 271
Coordinates34.60126, -95.33891
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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 length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2022)
Projected traffic3,520 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 271 over Jack Fork Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 271 over Jack Fork Creek Overflow 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 Jack Fork Creek Overflow carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 271 over Jack Fork Creek Overflow?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns U.S. 271 over Jack Fork Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.