Old U.S. 281 Spur over Creek
GoodCanadian County, Oklahoma · 1.6E US281 · Structure no. 034910000000000
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old U.S. 281 Spur over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old U.S. 281 Spur over Creek in Canadian County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old U.S. 281 Spur over Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old U.S. 281 Spur 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Old U.S. 281 Spur over Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Old U.S. 281 Spur over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns Old U.S. 281 Spur over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.