McCurtain County Bridge Report Card
McCurtain County scores 67 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
McCurtain County, Oklahoma
McCurtain County has 265 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 28 rated poor and 10 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 10.6% is above the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,685 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives McCurtain County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 67/100 (D). The county has 265 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 28 in poor condition and 10 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 4,685 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 10.6% | 21.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.4% of measured traffic | 1.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.8% | 7.5 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 55 years vs 48 nationally | 2.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 338,756 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 10.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 55 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 4,685 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in McCurtain County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4588c over Courthouse Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1938 |
| Van Buren ST over Mud Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 400 | 1970 |
| 4574c over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1941 |
| 4576c over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 250 | 1993 |
| 4528c over Garland Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1938 |
| 4530c over Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1961 |
| 4574c over Push Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1961 |
| IRR 4554c over Winship Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1968 |
| 4527c over Garland Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 100 | 1972 |
| E2080 over Holly Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 60 | 1937 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.