US Bridges

S.H. 128 over Creek

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 4.46 E JCT US-59 · Structure no. 266260000000000

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
780
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 128 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 128 over Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 780 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,248 by 2042. The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesS.H. 128
CrossesCreek
Location4.46 E JCT US-59
RouteState Highway 128
Coordinates34.87426, -94.53166
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length56 ft (17 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic780 (2022)
Projected traffic1,248 by 2042
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 128 over Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 128 over 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 128 over Creek carry?

About 780 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 128 over Creek?

The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns S.H. 128 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.