US Bridges

S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak Creek

Good

Carter County, Oklahoma · 2.4 MI N JCT US70 · Structure no. 047610000000000

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak Creek in Carter County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 89 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 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,720 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesS.H. 76
CrossesS. Branch Red Oak Creek
Location2.4 MI N JCT US70
RouteState Highway 76
Coordinates34.20659, -97.47461
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97.9 US tons
Inventory rating58.8 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 traffic4,200 (2022)
Projected traffic6,720 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak 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 S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak Creek carry?

About 4,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak Creek?

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

Who owns S.H. 76 over S. Branch Red Oak Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.