U.S. 56 over Creek
FairCimarron County, Oklahoma · 4.6 Mi. Ne. Jct. US64 · Structure no. 138050000000000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 590
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 56 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 56 over Creek in Cimarron County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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.
It carries about 590 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 944 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 56 over Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 56 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. 56 over Creek carry?
About 590 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 56 over Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 56 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.