US Bridges

Michelin RD over Hickory Creek

Fair

Carter County, Oklahoma · 0.2 N US 70/MICHELIN · Structure no. 178790000000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
128 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Michelin RD over Hickory Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Michelin RD over Hickory Creek in Carter County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2042. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMichelin RD
CrossesHickory Creek
Location0.2 N US 70/MICHELIN
RouteCity Street N3271
CountyCarter County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.1745, -97.17571
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length128 ft (39 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,500 (2022)
Projected traffic5,600 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$577,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Michelin RD over Hickory Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Michelin RD over Hickory 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Michelin RD over Hickory Creek carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Michelin RD over Hickory Creek?

The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Michelin RD over Hickory Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.