U.S. 59 over Little Sallisaw Creek
GoodSequoyah County, Oklahoma · 6.26 N Le Flore C/L · Structure no. 268720000000000
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 59 over Little Sallisaw Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 59 over Little Sallisaw Creek in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,400 by 2042. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 41 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 59 over Little Sallisaw Creek built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 59 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. 59 over Little Sallisaw Creek carry?
About 2,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 59 over Little Sallisaw Creek?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 59 over Little Sallisaw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.