US Bridges

S.H. 2 over Panther Creek

Good

Pushmataha County, Oklahoma · 2.86 N JCT SH-3 · Structure no. 164420000000000

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 2 over Panther Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 2 over Panther 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,920 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 2
CrossesPanther Creek
Location2.86 N JCT SH-3
RouteState Highway 2
CountyPushmataha County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.27592, -95.64442
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2022)
Projected traffic1,920 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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$992,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 2 over Panther Creek built?

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

What condition is S.H. 2 over Panther 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. 2 over Panther Creek carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 2 over Panther Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns S.H. 2 over Panther Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.