US Bridges

Bailey B Tp (I-44) over Creek

Good

Cotton County, Oklahoma · T P Br. NO.07.92 · Structure no. 242260000000000

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,700
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Bailey B Tp (I-44) over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bailey B Tp (I-44) over Creek in Cotton 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,700 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,320 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 132 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesBailey B Tp (I-44)
CrossesCreek
LocationT P Br. NO.07.92
RouteInterstate 44
CountyCotton County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.39719, -98.40926
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating89.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width132 ft (40.2 m)
Roadway width130 ft (39.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,700 (2022)
Projected traffic12,320 by 2042
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$360,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bailey B Tp (I-44) over Creek built?

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

What condition is Bailey B Tp (I-44) 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Bailey B Tp (I-44) over Creek carry?

About 7,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Bailey B Tp (I-44) over Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 132 ft wide.

Who owns Bailey B Tp (I-44) over Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.