S.H. 51 over Eldon Creek
GoodCherokee County, Oklahoma · .2 S U.S. 62 · Structure no. 318010000000000
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 51 over Eldon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 51 over Eldon Creek in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,600 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 51 over Eldon Creek built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 51 over Eldon 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 51 over Eldon Creek carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 51 over Eldon Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns S.H. 51 over Eldon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.