US Bridges

S.H. 31 over Buck Creek

Good

Pittsburg County, Oklahoma · 2.45 E JCT U.S. 270 · Structure no. 318510000000000

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
138 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 31 over Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 31 over Buck Creek in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2042. The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long.

CarriesS.H. 31
CrossesBuck Creek
Location2.45 E JCT U.S. 270
RouteState Highway 31
Coordinates34.92556, -95.68667
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length138 ft (42 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,400 (2022)
Projected traffic6,200 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 31 over Buck Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

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

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

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

The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m).

Who owns S.H. 31 over Buck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.