US Bridges

U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw Creek

Good

Sequoyah County, Oklahoma · 2E of U.S. 59 · Structure no. 266670000000000

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
195 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,310
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw Creek in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 10,310 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,910 by 2042. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 64
CrossesLittle Sallisaw Creek
Location2E of U.S. 59
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountySequoyah County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.4493, -94.75616
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.2 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.8 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,310 (2022)
Projected traffic14,910 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw Creek carry?

About 10,310 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw Creek?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 64 over Little Sallisaw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.