US Bridges

U.S. 75A over Middle Duck Creek

Good

Creek County, Oklahoma · S of Mounds · Structure no. 273670000000000

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
96 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 75A over Middle Duck Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 75A over Middle Duck Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2042. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesU.S. 75A
CrossesMiddle Duck Creek
LocationS of Mounds
RouteU.S. Route 75
Coordinates35.86639, -96.06215
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2022)
Projected traffic3,200 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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$1.5 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 75A over Middle Duck Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 75A over Middle Duck 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 U.S. 75A over Middle Duck Creek carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 75A over Middle Duck Creek?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 75A over Middle Duck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.