S.H. 51 over Sand Creek
FairCreek County, Oklahoma · 5.3 MI E JCT SH 99 · Structure no. 182490000000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 51 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 51 over Sand Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 51 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 51 over Sand 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. 51 over Sand Creek carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 51 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns S.H. 51 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.