US Bridges

U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River

Good

Pushmataha County, Oklahoma · 2 N JCT S.H. 3 · Structure no. 304370000000000

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
562 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 562 ft (171.2 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesU.S. 271
CrossesKiamichi River
Location2 N JCT S.H. 3
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates34.25005, -95.60536
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans2 (+4 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length562 ft (171.2 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 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
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River carry?

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

How long is U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River?

The structure is 562 ft (171.2 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 271 over Kiamichi River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.