S.H. 44 over Walnut Creek
GoodWashita County, Oklahoma · 9.0 MI N JCT S.H. 152 · Structure no. 100380000000000
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 44 over Walnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 44 over Walnut Creek in Washita County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 82 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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. 44 over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is S.H. 44 over Walnut 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 44 over Walnut Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 44 over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns S.H. 44 over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.