US Bridges

U.S. 70 Bypass over Creek

Good

Bryan County, Oklahoma · 3.6 E JCT US-70 · Structure no. 294550000000000

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 70 Bypass over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 70 Bypass over Creek in Bryan County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 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 9,800 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,680 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesU.S. 70 Bypass
CrossesCreek
Location3.6 E JCT US-70
RouteU.S. Route 70B
Coordinates33.96494, -96.39392
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.5 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 traffic9,800 (2022)
Projected traffic15,680 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 70 Bypass over Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 70 Bypass 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. 70 Bypass over Creek carry?

About 9,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 70 Bypass over Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 70 Bypass over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.