US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek

Fair

Atoka County, Oklahoma · 13.67 N JCT SH-7 · Structure no. 072150000000000

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,700
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek in Atoka County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 86 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 14,700 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,520 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 78.3 mi (126 km).

CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesChilly Creek
Location13.67 N JCT SH-7
RouteU.S. Route 69
Coordinates34.54331, -96.02642
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating27.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,700 (2022)
Projected traffic23,520 by 2042
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed78.3 mi (126 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek carry?

About 14,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns U.S. 69 over Chilly Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.