U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River Overflow
GoodPushmataha County, Oklahoma · 0.98 SE JCT SH-2 · Structure no. 253540000000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 510 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River Overflow in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River Overflow built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River 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 Kiamichi River Overflow carry?
About 900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River Overflow?
The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.