US Bridges

S.H. 48 over Mosquito Creek

Good

Creek County, Oklahoma · 3.1 MI N JCT SH 66 · Structure no. 169140000000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 48 over Mosquito Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 48 over Mosquito Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesS.H. 48
CrossesMosquito Creek
Location3.1 MI N JCT SH 66
RouteState Highway 48
Coordinates35.92469, -96.39916
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,400 (2022)
Projected traffic2,240 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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$912,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 48 over Mosquito Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 48 over Mosquito 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. 48 over Mosquito Creek carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 48 over Mosquito Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns S.H. 48 over Mosquito Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.