US Bridges

S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow

Fair

Atoka County, Oklahoma · 13.34 E JCT US-69 · Structure no. 168850000000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
480
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow in Atoka County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 480 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 768 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 43
CrossesMcgee Creek Oflow
Location13.34 E JCT US-69
RouteState Highway 43
CountyAtoka County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.50646, -95.84161
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating88.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic480 (2022)
Projected traffic768 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed52.2 mi (84 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow carry?

About 480 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 43 over Mcgee Creek Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.