US Bridges

U.S. 81 over Creek

Good

Canadian County, Oklahoma · 5.5 Mi. N. Jct. SH 66 · Structure no. 251560000000000

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 81 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 81 over Creek in Canadian County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,080 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesU.S. 81
CrossesCreek
Location5.5 Mi. N. Jct. SH 66
RouteU.S. Route 81
Coordinates35.61022, -97.9587
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.9 US tons
Inventory rating74.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length34 ft (10.5 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 traffic3,800 (2022)
Projected traffic6,080 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 81 over Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 81 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 81 over Creek carry?

About 3,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 81 over Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 81 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.