US Bridges

South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under

Good

Stephens County, Oklahoma · 7.2 N S.H. 53 · Structure no. 301350000000000

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
420 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,570
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 1,570 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,600 by 2042. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 41 ft wide.

CarriesSouth Duncan Bypas
CrossesU.S. 81 under
Location7.2 N S.H. 53
RouteState Highway 0_
Coordinates34.47017, -97.97237
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.1 US tons
Inventory rating57.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length420 ft (128 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,570 (2022)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under carry?

About 1,570 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under?

The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns South Duncan Bypas over U.S. 81 under?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.