I-40 over Dry Creek
GoodCuster County, Oklahoma · 5.8 MI NE Washita C/L · Structure no. 140650000000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-40 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-40 over Dry Creek in Custer County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,400 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-40 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-40 over Dry 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does I-40 over Dry Creek carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is I-40 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns I-40 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.