US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Bucklucksy Creek

Fair

Pittsburg County, Oklahoma · 1.14 N JCT SH 113 · Structure no. 159820000000000

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 over Bucklucksy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 69 over Bucklucksy Creek in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 16,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,760 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 220 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesBucklucksy Creek
Location1.14 N JCT SH 113
RouteU.S. Route 69
Coordinates35.01636, -95.71795
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width220 ft (67.1 m)
Roadway width218 ft (66.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,100 (2022)
Projected traffic25,760 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

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

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

About 16,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

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

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 220 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 69 over Bucklucksy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.