FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

N2540

Carrying N2540 over CREEK

.4 E 3.4 N OF SH 49, Comanche, Oklahoma

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
22 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: N2540

The N2540 bridge in Comanche, Oklahoma carries N2540 over CREEK. It was built in 1925, making it 101 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 2013, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of concrete and spans 1 section, stretching 7.3 meters (24 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 100 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Oklahoma bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure at 5/9, substructure at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. At least one major component here scores 4 or below, which produces a Poor condition classification under FHWA's current reporting rules. Its NBI inventory load rating is 21.8 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How N2540 compares

▼ 10.6
Load rating vs Oklahoma average (32.4 t)
Bottom 26%
Lower load rating than 74% of Oklahoma bridges
592
Bridges in Comanche · 52 in Poor condition
N2540 21.8 t
Oklahoma average 32.4 t

Live comparison across Oklahoma.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
57.7 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
18.8
Serviceability /30
27.0
Essentiality /15
15.0
Special reductions
−3.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
21.8 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1925
Last Reconstructed
2013
Material
Concrete
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
7.3 m (24 ft)
Deck Width
8.7 m (29 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
100 vehicles/day
Structure Number
014350000000000

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in fair condition (5/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • At 5/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.

How to read this record

N2540 is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare N2540 against other structures in Comanche and across Oklahoma. Oklahoma bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for N2540?

N2540 in Comanche, Oklahoma has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is N2540 inspected?

N2540's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 100 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. N2540 is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for N2540?

N2540 has an NBI inventory load rating of 21.8 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining N2540?

N2540 is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is N2540 and does age affect safety?

N2540 was built in 1925, making it 101 years old and last reconstructed in 2013.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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