US Bridges

S.H. 66 over Sand Creek

Good

Creek County, Oklahoma · 1.8 N JCT S.H. 48 · Structure no. 301910000000000

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 66 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 66 over Sand Creek in Creek County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,840 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesS.H. 66
CrossesSand Creek
Location1.8 N JCT S.H. 48
RouteState Highway 66
Coordinates35.85722, -96.38778
Functional classUrban 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; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,900 (2022)
Projected traffic7,840 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 66 over Sand Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 66 over Sand 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 Sand Creek carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 66 over Sand Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns S.H. 66 over Sand Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.