US Bridges

S.H. 31 over Sandy Creek

Good

Pittsburg County, Oklahoma · 1.5 NE Indian Nation Tpk · Structure no. 275850000000000

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 31 over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 31 over Sandy Creek in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 31
CrossesSandy Creek
Location1.5 NE Indian Nation Tpk
RouteState Highway 31
CountyPittsburg County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.92992, -95.80691
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 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 traffic2,100 (2022)
Projected traffic3,360 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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. 31 over Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 31 over Sandy 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 S.H. 31 over Sandy Creek carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 31 over Sandy Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns S.H. 31 over Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.