US Bridges

S.H. 144 (irr) over Davis Branch Creek

Fair

Pushmataha County, Oklahoma · 7.25 E JCT US-271 · Structure no. 212320000000000

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
270
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 144 (irr) over Davis Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 144 (irr) over Davis Branch Creek in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 270 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 432 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 144 (irr)
CrossesDavis Branch Creek
Location7.25 E JCT US-271
RouteState Highway 144
CountyPushmataha County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.48366, -95.16409
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic270 (2022)
Projected traffic432 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

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

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

About 270 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

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

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.