US Bridges

S.H. 47 over Creek

Good

Dewey County, Oklahoma · 19.0 MI E JCT S.H. 34 · Structure no. 136250000000000

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
390
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 47 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 47 over Creek in Dewey County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 390 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 624 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

CarriesS.H. 47
CrossesCreek
Location19.0 MI E JCT S.H. 34
RouteState Highway 47
Coordinates35.82668, -99.02553
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
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 rating100 US tons
Inventory rating73.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic390 (2022)
Projected traffic624 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.2 mi (84 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. 47 over Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 47 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. 47 over Creek carry?

About 390 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 47 over Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 47 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.