US Bridges

4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory Creek

Good

Love County, Oklahoma · 1.0 MI W I-35 · Structure no. 120950000000000

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
336
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory Creek in Love County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 336 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 538 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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Carries4304C Major
CrossesS. Branch Hickory Creek
Location1.0 MI W I-35
RouteCounty Highway 4311
CountyLove County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.02741, -97.164
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic336 (2022)
Projected traffic538 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is 4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does 4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory Creek carry?

About 336 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns 4304C Major over S. Branch Hickory Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.