US Bridges

1104C over Creek

FairPosted for load

Cherokee County, Oklahoma · 2.4 MI N of Lowery · Structure no. 148780000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
750
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

1104C over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 1104C over Creek in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 750 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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Carries1104C
CrossesCreek
Location2.4 MI N of Lowery
RouteCounty Highway 1104C
CountyCherokee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.13689, -94.92319
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44.8 US tons
Inventory rating26.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
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 traffic750 (2022)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 1104C over Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is 1104C 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 1104C over Creek carry?

About 750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 1104C over Creek?

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

Who owns 1104C over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.