US Bridges

U.S. 75 over Coon Creek

Good

Coal County, Oklahoma · 2.2 MI N SH3 · Structure no. 017910000000000

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1952
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 75 over Coon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 75 over Coon Creek in Coal County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1952, so it is 98 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 75
CrossesCoon Creek
Location2.2 MI N SH3
RouteU.S. Route 75
CountyCoal County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.60472, -96.26694
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2022)
Projected traffic3,520 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 75 over Coon Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1952.

What condition is U.S. 75 over Coon 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 75 over Coon Creek carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 75 over Coon Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 75 over Coon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.