U.S. 81 over Creek
GoodGrady County, Oklahoma · 6.8 MI N SH17 · Structure no. 169090000000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,300
- 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 1967, so it is 58 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,080 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 146 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 59 mi (95 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 81 over Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 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 U.S. 81 over Creek carry?
About 6,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 146 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 81 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.