S.H. 48 over Elm Creek
GoodCoal County, Oklahoma · 6.0 MI N Johnston Cl · Structure no. 062920000000000
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 48 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 48 over Elm Creek in Coal County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 48 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 48 over Elm 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 S.H. 48 over Elm Creek carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 48 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns S.H. 48 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.