US Bridges

S.H. 53 over Creek

Good

Carter County, Oklahoma · 13.8 E S.H. 76 · Structure no. 309070000000000

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 53 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 53 over Creek in Carter County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

CarriesS.H. 53
CrossesCreek
Location13.8 E S.H. 76
RouteState Highway 53
Coordinates34.33269, -97.26455
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating100 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,400 (2022)
Projected traffic2,240 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 53 over Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 53 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 53 over Creek carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 53 over Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 53 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.