US Bridges

S.H. 43 over N Fork Chickasaw Creek

Fair

Atoka County, Oklahoma · 6.87 E JCT US-69 · Structure no. 182350000000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
710
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 43 over N Fork Chickasaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 43 over N Fork Chickasaw Creek in Atoka County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 710 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,136 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 43
CrossesN Fork Chickasaw Creek
Location6.87 E JCT US-69
RouteState Highway 43
CountyAtoka County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.49264, -95.94468
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic710 (2022)
Projected traffic1,136 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 N Fork Chickasaw Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 43 over N Fork Chickasaw Creek 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 N Fork Chickasaw Creek carry?

About 710 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 43 over N Fork Chickasaw Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns S.H. 43 over N Fork Chickasaw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.