S.H. 83 over Horse Pen Creek
FairLe Flore County, Oklahoma · 3.30 E JCT US-59 · Structure no. 187040000000000
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 83 over Horse Pen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 83 over Horse Pen Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 83 over Horse Pen Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 83 over Horse Pen 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. 83 over Horse Pen Creek carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 83 over Horse Pen Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns S.H. 83 over Horse Pen Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.