US Bridges

U.S. 70 over Creek

Good

Cotton County, Oklahoma · 4.7 MI E Tillman C/L · Structure no. 110050000000000

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 70 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 70 over Creek in Cotton County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,560 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesU.S. 70
CrossesCreek
Location4.7 MI E Tillman C/L
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates34.17361, -98.54167
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.4 US tons
Inventory rating31.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,600 (2022)
Projected traffic2,560 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
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. 70 over Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 70 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 70 over Creek carry?

About 1,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 70 over Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 70 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.