U.S. 287 over Creek
FairCimarron County, Oklahoma · 2.0 Mi. S. JCT.US64 · Structure no. 043700000000000
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 287 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 287 over Creek in Cimarron County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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.
It carries about 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 287 over Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 287 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 287 over Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 287 over Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 287 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.