US Bridges

S.H. 33 over Figure Eight Creek

Good

Creek County, Oklahoma · 12.8 MI E Payne C/L · Structure no. 104800000000000

Built
1946
79 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 33 over Figure Eight Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 33 over Figure Eight Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 79 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,280 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 33
CrossesFigure Eight Creek
Location12.8 MI E Payne C/L
RouteState Highway 33
CountyCreek County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.00264, -96.3972
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,300 (2022)
Projected traffic5,280 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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$823,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 33 over Figure Eight Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is S.H. 33 over Figure Eight 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 33 over Figure Eight Creek carry?

About 3,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 33 over Figure Eight Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns S.H. 33 over Figure Eight Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.