U.S. 81 over Salt Creek
GoodGrady County, Oklahoma · 6.9 MI N US62 · Structure no. 190670000000000
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 81 over Salt Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 81 over Salt Creek in Grady County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 over Salt 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 Salt Creek carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 81 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.