US Bridges

U.S. 70 over Creek

Fair

Cotton County, Oklahoma · 13.3 E Bailey T. P · Structure no. 134400000000000

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
930
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 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 930 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,488 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 70
CrossesCreek
Location13.3 E Bailey T. P
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyCotton County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.16583, -98.27083
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating51.4 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic930 (2022)
Projected traffic1,488 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 70 over Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

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

About 930 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 70 over Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 70 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.