US Bridges

U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy Creek

Good

Pittsburg County, Oklahoma · 1.14 N JCT SH 113 · Structure no. 134690000000000

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy Creek in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesU.S. 69 Frtg Rd.
CrossesBucklucksy Creek
Location1.14 N JCT SH 113
RouteU.S. Route 69
Coordinates35.0161, -95.71881
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length61 ft (18.5 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2022)
Projected traffic160 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$767,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 69 Frtg Rd. over Bucklucksy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.