US Bridges

S.H. 37 over Creek

Good

Grady County, Oklahoma · 4.3 MI E US81 · Structure no. 106800000000000

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 37 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 37 over Creek in Grady County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 78 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,160 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 37
CrossesCreek
Location4.3 MI E US81
RouteState Highway 37
CountyGrady County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.30536, -97.87317
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.8 US tons
Inventory rating33.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.2 m)
Roadway width107 ft (32.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2022)
Projected traffic4,160 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 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. 37 over Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is S.H. 37 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 37 over Creek carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 37 over Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 37 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.