US Bridges

2944C over Creek

Good

Harmon County, Oklahoma · 1.4 S 3.3 E of Vinson · Structure no. 212400000000000

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

2944C over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 2944C over Creek in Harmon County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 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 60 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 96 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries2944C
CrossesCreek
Location1.4 S 3.3 E of Vinson
RouteCounty Highway 2944C
Coordinates34.88067, -99.80134
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2022)
Projected traffic96 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2944C over Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2944C 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does 2944C over Creek carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 2944C over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns 2944C over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.