US Bridges

S.H. 34 over Creek

Good

Dewey County, Oklahoma · 8.7 MI N Custer C/L · Structure no. 036780000000000

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
970
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 34 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 34 over Creek in Dewey County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 970 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,552 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 34
CrossesCreek
Location8.7 MI N Custer C/L
RouteState Highway 34
CountyDewey County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.92813, -99.3116
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic970 (2022)
Projected traffic1,552 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed64 mi (103 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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. 34 over Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 34 over 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 34 over Creek carry?

About 970 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 34 over Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 34 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.