US Bridges

U.S. 60 over Locust Creek

Fair

Craig County, Oklahoma · 5.4 MI E Turnpike · Structure no. 049510000000000

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 60 over Locust Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 60 over Locust Creek in Craig County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,600 by 2042. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 60
CrossesLocust Creek
Location5.4 MI E Turnpike
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyCraig County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.62692, -95.04341
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.4 US tons
Inventory rating33.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,000 (2022)
Projected traffic9,600 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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. 60 over Locust Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 60 over Locust 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 60 over Locust Creek carry?

About 6,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 60 over Locust Creek?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 60 over Locust Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.