US Bridges

U.S. 183 over Creek

Good

Harper County, Oklahoma · 7.4 MI N JCT US 64 · Structure no. 039310000000000

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
640
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 183 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 183 over Creek in Harper County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 640 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,024 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 183
CrossesCreek
Location7.4 MI N JCT US 64
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyHarper County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.95515, -99.62878
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic640 (2022)
Projected traffic1,024 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 183 over Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 183 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 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 183 over Creek carry?

About 640 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 183 over Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 183 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.