US Bridges

S.H. 67 over Childers Creek

Good

Creek County, Oklahoma · 0.2 MI E. JCT US 75A · Structure no. 258660000000000

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 67 over Childers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 67 over Childers Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,800 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesS.H. 67
CrossesChilders Creek
Location0.2 MI E. JCT US 75A
RouteState Highway 67
Coordinates35.94444, -96.06111
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,500 (2022)
Projected traffic8,800 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$854,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 67 over Childers Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 67 over Childers 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. 67 over Childers Creek carry?

About 5,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 67 over Childers Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns S.H. 67 over Childers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.