US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Creek

Good

Bryan County, Oklahoma · 0.30 N Tx S/L · Structure no. 032560000000000

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1958
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 69 over Creek in Bryan County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 94 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,000 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesCreek
Location0.30 N Tx S/L
RouteU.S. Route 69
Coordinates33.82598, -96.53089
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 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 traffic30,000 (2022)
Projected traffic48,000 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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. 69 over Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.

What condition is U.S. 69 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 U.S. 69 over Creek carry?

About 30,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 over Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 69 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.