US Bridges

E. Frontage Rd. over Creek

Good

Comanche County, Oklahoma · E1650006 · Structure no. 159630000000000

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,907
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E. Frontage Rd. over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying E. Frontage Rd. over Creek in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 8,907 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,320 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesE. Frontage Rd.
CrossesCreek
LocationE1650006
RouteCity Street N2585
Coordinates34.61343, -98.37883
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 (13.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,907 (2022)
Projected traffic14,320 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 E. Frontage Rd. over Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is E. Frontage Rd. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does E. Frontage Rd. over Creek carry?

About 8,907 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is E. Frontage Rd. over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns E. Frontage Rd. over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.