U.S. 70 over Creek
FairCarter County, Oklahoma · 12.1 MI E Jefferson C/L · Structure no. 129000000000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 70 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 70 over Creek in Carter County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 72 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,480 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 70 over Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is U.S. 70 over Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 70 over Creek carry?
About 7,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 70 over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 70 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.