US Bridges

156th Ave NE over Creek

FairPosted for load

Cleveland County, Oklahoma · 0.3 N Franklin RD · Structure no. 075460000000000

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,269
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

156th Ave NE over Creek is a steel culvert carrying 156th Ave NE over Creek in Cleveland County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 3,269 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,576 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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Carries156th Ave NE
CrossesCreek
Location0.3 N Franklin RD
RouteCity Street 1448C
CountyCleveland County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.28039, -97.21241
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating86.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span4 ft (1.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,269 (2022)
Projected traffic4,576 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 156th Ave NE over Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is 156th Ave NE 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 2023.

How much traffic does 156th Ave NE over Creek carry?

About 3,269 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 156th Ave NE over Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).

Who owns 156th Ave NE over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.