S.H. 43 over Cole Creek
GoodPushmataha County, Oklahoma · 0.73 E Atoka C/L · Structure no. 219250000000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 43 over Cole Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 43 over Cole Creek in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2042. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 90.1 mi (145 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 43 over Cole Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 43 over Cole 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. 43 over Cole Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 43 over Cole Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns S.H. 43 over Cole Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.