US Bridges

U.S. 70 over Creek

Good

Choctaw County, Oklahoma · 0.10 E JCT US-271 Br · Structure no. 171370000000000

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 70 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 70 over Creek in Choctaw County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,040 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesU.S. 70
CrossesCreek
Location0.10 E JCT US-271 Br
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates33.99474, -95.52227
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,900 (2022)
Projected traffic11,040 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$792,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 70 over Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 70 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 70 over Creek carry?

About 6,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 70 over Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).

Who owns U.S. 70 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.