US Bridges

I-35 over Creek

Good

Carter County, Oklahoma · 3.0 MI N JCT SH142 · Structure no. 163990000000000

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-35 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-35 over Creek in Carter County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 31,200 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,920 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesI-35
CrossesCreek
Location3.0 MI N JCT SH142
RouteInterstate 35
Coordinates34.24501, -97.16345
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,200 (2022)
Projected traffic49,920 by 2042
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-35 over Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-35 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does I-35 over Creek carry?

About 31,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is I-35 over Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns I-35 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.