S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib.
FairMcIntosh County, Oklahoma · 0.4 NW JCT US-266 · Structure no. 156660000000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib. in McIntosh County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5 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 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,560 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib. built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib. 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib. carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib.?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns S.H. 72 over Elm Creek Trib.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.