FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

N2560

Carrying N2560 over CHICKEN CREEK

3.5 S 1.3 W OF WATONGA, Blaine, Oklahoma

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
13 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: N2560

The N2560 bridge in Blaine, Oklahoma carries N2560 over CHICKEN CREEK. It was built in 1992, making it 34 years old today. The structure is built primarily of wood or timber and spans 1 section, stretching 8.8 meters (29 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 30 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 4/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. Because at least one major component scores 4 or lower, this bridge falls in FHWA's Poor condition category. That category is not a closure order. Its NBI inventory load rating is 12.7 metric tons.

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

How N2560 compares

▼ 19.7
Load rating vs Oklahoma average (32.4 t)
Bottom 4%
Lower load rating than 96% of Oklahoma bridges
271
Bridges in Blaine · 19 in Poor condition
N2560 12.7 t
Oklahoma average 32.4 t

Live comparison across Oklahoma.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
41.8 / 100 - historical 20–49.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
1.5
Serviceability /30
26.0
Essentiality /15
14.3
Special reductions
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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
12.7 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1992
Material
Wood or Timber
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
8.8 m (29 ft)
Deck Width
6.1 m (20 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
30 vehicles/day
Structure Number
082680000000000

Condition Analysis

  • At 5/9, the deck (driving surface) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) is in good condition (7/9), showing no significant deterioration.

How to read this record

N2560 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 N2560 against other structures in Blaine 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 N2560?

N2560 in Blaine, Oklahoma has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 4/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is N2560 inspected?

N2560'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 30 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. N2560 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 N2560?

N2560 has an NBI inventory load rating of 12.7 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining N2560?

N2560 is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is N2560 and does age affect safety?

N2560 was built in 1992, making it 34 years old.

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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