US Bridges

S.H. 10 over Creek

Fair

Delaware County, Oklahoma · 6.1 MI E US59 · Structure no. 105130000000000

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 10 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 10 over Creek in Delaware County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,560 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 10
CrossesCreek
Location6.1 MI E US59
RouteState Highway 10
CountyDelaware County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.63803, -94.70731
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating27.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,100 (2022)
Projected traffic6,560 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 10 over Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 10 over Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 10 over Creek carry?

About 4,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 10 over Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns S.H. 10 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.