US Bridges

U.S. 283 over Creek

Fair

Harper County, Oklahoma · 5.3 MI N JCT US 270 · Structure no. 072060000000000

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 283 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 283 over Creek in Harper County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 283
CrossesCreek
Location5.3 MI N JCT US 270
RouteU.S. Route 283
CountyHarper County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.6977, -99.89183
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2022)
Projected traffic3,520 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 283 over Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 283 over Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 283 over Creek carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 283 over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 283 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.