S.H. 82 over Ross Branch Creek
FairCherokee County, Oklahoma · 1.7 MI N of US 62 · Structure no. 209390000000000
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 82 over Ross Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 82 over Ross Branch Creek in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 8,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,080 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 82 over Ross Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 82 over Ross Branch 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 82 over Ross Branch Creek carry?
About 8,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 82 over Ross Branch Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns S.H. 82 over Ross Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.