US Bridges

S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank Creek

Good

Pushmataha County, Oklahoma · 17.63 E JCT US-271 · Structure no. 163590000000000

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank Creek in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 106.9 mi (172 km).

CarriesS.H. 144 (irr)
CrossesBank Creek
Location17.63 E JCT US-271
RouteState Highway 144
Coordinates34.51985, -95.00681
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating61.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2022)
Projected traffic320 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed106.9 mi (172 km)
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$837,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank Creek carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 144 (irr) over Bank Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.