US Bridges

72nd Ave SE over Creek

Good

Cleveland County, Oklahoma · 0.1 S Cedar Lane RD · Structure no. 108840000000000

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,971
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

72nd Ave SE over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 72nd Ave SE over Creek in Cleveland County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 77 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 1,971 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,759 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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Carries72nd Ave SE
CrossesCreek
Location0.1 S Cedar Lane RD
RouteCity Street 1422
CountyCleveland County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.17371, -97.3355
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,971 (2022)
Projected traffic2,759 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 72nd Ave SE over Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is 72nd Ave SE 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does 72nd Ave SE over Creek carry?

About 1,971 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 72nd Ave SE over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns 72nd Ave SE over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.