US Bridges

S.H. 120 over Branch Creek

Fair

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 2.04 E JCT SH-112 · Structure no. 168990000000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 120 over Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 120 over Branch Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 120
CrossesBranch Creek
Location2.04 E JCT SH-112
RouteState Highway 120
CountyLe Flore County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.18862, -94.45574
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.8 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 traffic2,300 (2022)
Projected traffic3,680 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$750,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 120 over Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 120 over 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 120 over Branch Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 120 over Branch Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns S.H. 120 over Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.