US Bridges

S.H. 63 over Golden Branch Creek

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 2.49 E JCT US-259 · Structure no. 129970000000000

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
320
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 63 over Golden Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 63 over Golden Branch Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 320 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 512 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesS.H. 63
CrossesGolden Branch Creek
Location2.49 E JCT US-259
RouteState Highway 63
Coordinates34.63721, -94.60647
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 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 traffic320 (2022)
Projected traffic512 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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. 63 over Golden Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 63 over Golden Branch 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 63 over Golden Branch Creek carry?

About 320 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 63 over Golden Branch Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns S.H. 63 over Golden Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.