US Bridges

S.H. 100 over Creek

Good

Adair County, Oklahoma · 2.4 Mi.Ne.Cherokee Cl · Structure no. 133820000000000

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 100 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 100 over Creek in Adair County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,280 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesS.H. 100
CrossesCreek
Location2.4 Mi.Ne.Cherokee Cl
RouteState Highway 100
Coordinates35.76899, -94.76952
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating80.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,300 (2022)
Projected traffic5,280 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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. 100 over Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 100 over 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 100 over Creek carry?

About 3,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 100 over Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 100 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.