U.S. 81 over Creek
FairGrady County, Oklahoma · 0.6 MI W SH19 · Structure no. 139950000000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 81 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 81 over Creek in Grady County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,600 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 81 over Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. 81 over Creek carry?
About 8,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 81 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.