US Bridges

S.H. 66 over Little Deep Fork Creek

Good

Creek County, Oklahoma · 7.9 MI E Lincoln C/L · Structure no. 185560000000000

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
197 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,700
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 66 over Little Deep Fork Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 66 over Little Deep Fork Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2042. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 66
CrossesLittle Deep Fork Creek
Location7.9 MI E Lincoln C/L
RouteState Highway 66
CountyCreek County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.80702, -96.4954
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,700 (2022)
Projected traffic4,320 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 66 over Little Deep Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 66 over Little Deep Fork 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. 66 over Little Deep Fork Creek carry?

About 2,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 66 over Little Deep Fork Creek?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 66 over Little Deep Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.