S.H. 45 over Creek
GoodAlfalfa County, Oklahoma · 4.6 Mi.E. of Woods Cl · Structure no. 017980000000000
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 2021
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 45 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 45 over Creek in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 98 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 45 over Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.
What condition is S.H. 45 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does S.H. 45 over Creek carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 45 over Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns S.H. 45 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.