US Bridges

Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring Creek

FairPosted for load

Cherokee County, Oklahoma · 2.9 N of SH51 · Structure no. 148840000000000

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
450
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring Creek in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 5 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 720 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesShady Grove Rd.
CrossesDouble Spring Creek
Location2.9 N of SH51
RouteCounty Highway 1115
CountyCherokee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.95684, -95.08281
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating33.6 US tons
Inventory rating25.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic450 (2022)
Projected traffic720 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring 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 Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring Creek carry?

About 450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Shady Grove Rd. over Double Spring Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.