S.H. 3 over Penney Creek
GoodCoal County, Oklahoma · 14.8 MI E Pontotoc CO · Structure no. 177660000000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 3 over Penney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 3 over Penney Creek in Coal County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,120 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 3 over Penney Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 3 over Penney 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 3 over Penney Creek carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 3 over Penney Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns S.H. 3 over Penney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.