U.S. 283 over Creek
FairEllis County, Oklahoma · 1.8 MI S US60 · Structure no. 033470000000000
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 283 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 283 over Creek in Ellis County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 6 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 69 mi (111 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 283 over Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 283 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. 283 over Creek carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 283 over Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 283 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.