US Bridges

S.H. 7 over Creek

Fair

Carter County, Oklahoma · 0.7 MI E Stephens C/L · Structure no. 192960000000000

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 7 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 7 over Creek in Carter County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,760 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 7
CrossesCreek
Location0.7 MI E Stephens C/L
RouteState Highway 7
CountyCarter County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.44496, -97.54918
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic3,600 (2022)
Projected traffic5,760 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 7 over Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 7 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 7 over Creek carry?

About 3,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 7 over Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 7 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.