US Bridges

S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek

Good

Atoka County, Oklahoma · 19.7MI. E of Jct. U.S.69 · Structure no. 286090000000000

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
260 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek in Atoka County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,840 by 2042. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 115 mi (185 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 3
CrossesCold Springs Creek
Location19.7MI. E of Jct. U.S.69
RouteState Highway 3
CountyAtoka County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.25909, -95.83353
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length260 ft (79.2 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,400 (2022)
Projected traffic3,840 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed115 mi (185 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek carry?

About 2,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek?

The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 3 over Cold Springs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.