S.H. 3 over Creek
GoodBlaine County, Oklahoma · 7.3 E. U.S. 270 Watonga · Structure no. 054100000000000
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 3 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 3 over Creek in Blaine County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 88 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 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. 3 over Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is S.H. 3 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 3 over Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 3 over Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns S.H. 3 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.