US Bridges

S.H. 37 over Snake Creek

Good

Grady County, Oklahoma · 4.5 E of U.S. 81 · Structure no. 307700000000000

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

About this bridge

S.H. 37 over Snake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 37 over Snake Creek in Grady County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 8 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 2,650 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 37
CrossesSnake Creek
Location4.5 E of U.S. 81
RouteState Highway 37
CountyGrady County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.30536, -97.86935
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.9 US tons
Inventory rating63.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2022)
Projected traffic2,650 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 37 over Snake Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 37 over Snake 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 Snake Creek carry?

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

How long is S.H. 37 over Snake Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 37 over Snake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.