State Spotlight

Oklahoma Bridge Infrastructure: A Complete Analysis

A comprehensive look at Oklahoma's bridge inventory, including condition grades, highest-traffic crossings, worst-rated structures, and oldest bridges.

By BridgeStats Data Team

Oklahoma is home to 22,926 bridges spanning 77 counties, making it one of the most significant bridge inventories in the country. These bridges carry a combined 73,284,316 vehicle crossings every day. Here is a comprehensive look at the state of Oklahoma's bridge infrastructure based on the latest National Bridge Inventory data.

22,926

Total Bridges

C

Infrastructure Grade

7.5%

Poor Condition

49 years

Average Age

Oklahoma at a Glance

Oklahoma earns an overall infrastructure grade of C based on the percentage of its bridges in poor condition. Currently, 1,719 bridges (7.5%) are rated poor, compared to the national average of 6.7%. The average bridge in Oklahoma is 49 years old, older than the national average of 48 years.

Of the state's 22,926 bridges, 9,515 are in good condition, 11,692 are fair, and 1,719 are poor. View the full breakdown on the [Oklahoma report card](/reports/oklahoma).

Most-Traveled Bridges in Oklahoma

These are the bridges carrying the highest daily traffic volumes across Oklahoma. High-traffic bridges are critical infrastructure -- their condition directly affects the commutes of tens of thousands of drivers.

# BridgeRating
1S MINGO RD

over HAIKEY CREEK WEST BRANCH

73.6
2I-44

over CREEK

69.0
3I-44 EB

over I-44 RAMP N-E UNDER

59.2
4I-35

over CREEK

73.9
5I-44

over CREEK

76.3
6I-44 WB

over S.H. 152 RAMP UNDER

69.3
7I-35

over 27TH ST. UNDER

69.5
8I-44 WB

over I-44 RAMP S-W UNDER

61.5
9U.S. 169

over MINGO CREEK

69.0
10U.S. 169

over S.H. 51 UNDER

62.5

Worst-Condition Bridges in Oklahoma

The following bridges have the lowest sufficiency ratings in Oklahoma. These structures are the most likely candidates for federal repair or replacement funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

# BridgeRating
1MELTON AVENUE

over CREEK

4.3
2E0700 (OLD U.S. 66

over ROCK CREEK

5.0
3E1000

over BREAKFAST CREEK

6.7
4E0200

over CREEK

11.2
5N3270

over BEAR CREEK

11.7
6N3020

over CREEK

11.7
7E1080

over OSAGE CREEK

12.1
8E0160

over POND CREEK

12.1
9N3020

over POLECAT CREEK

12.5
10N3740

over LEADER CREEK

12.5

Oldest Bridges in Oklahoma

Oklahoma's oldest bridges tell the story of the state's transportation history. Some of these structures have been in continuous service for over a century.

# BridgeRating
1E0412 (PALM ST.)

over CREEK

63.3
2E2080

over CLEAR CREEK

53.0
3FAU 6784 CALLAHAN

over UP R.R. UNDER

46.6
4E1250

over CREEK

46.7
5E0530

over CREEK

32.6
6E1570

over BEAVER CREEK

28.8
7D3342 (6374C)

over S. CANADIAN RIVER

43.5
8N3651 (0716C)

over CREEK

49.2
9E1579 (CITY ST.)

over MEDICINE CREEK

28.6
10FAU 3610(RODEO RD.

over UP R.R. UNDER

36.0

What These Numbers Mean for Oklahoma

Oklahoma's bridge infrastructure grade of C reflects both the current condition of the state's bridges and the scale of the challenge ahead. With an average bridge age of 49 years, many of these structures are approaching or past the 50-75 year design life typical of most bridges. The state's ability to maintain and replace aging bridges will determine whether conditions improve or deteriorate in the coming decade.

For county-by-county breakdowns, historical trends, and individual bridge profiles, visit the [Oklahoma state page](/bridges/oklahoma) or the [Oklahoma report card](/reports/oklahoma). You can also explore how Oklahoma compares to other states in our [state rankings](/blog/best-bridge-infrastructure-by-state-2025).

Data source: All data comes from the National Bridge Inventory maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). BridgeStats is not affiliated with the U.S. government. Data is provided for informational purposes only.