U.S. 283 over Creek
FairEllis County, Oklahoma · 9.6 MI N SH15 · Structure no. 044310000000000
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 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 1935 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 90 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
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 750 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 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 283 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.