US Bridges

U.S. 270 over Creek

Good

Blaine County, Oklahoma · 12.1 MI E Dewey C/L · Structure no. 207180000000000

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 270 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 270 over Creek in Blaine County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,160 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesU.S. 270
CrossesCreek
Location12.1 MI E Dewey C/L
RouteU.S. Route 270
Coordinates35.84113, -98.43187
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.3 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,100 (2022)
Projected traffic8,160 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 U.S. 270 over Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 270 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 270 over Creek carry?

About 5,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 270 over Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 270 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.