US Bridges

S.H. 48 over Creek

Fair

Creek County, Oklahoma · 7.1 MI N Okfuskee C/L · Structure no. 049270000000000

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 48 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 48 over Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1999, 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 48
CrossesCreek
Location7.1 MI N Okfuskee C/L
RouteState Highway 48
CountyCreek County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.74214, -96.38704
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.3 US tons
Inventory rating30.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic2,100 (2022)
Projected traffic3,360 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.7 mi (88 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 S.H. 48 over Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is S.H. 48 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 48 over Creek carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 48 over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 48 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.