U.S. 270 over Creek
FairHughes County, Oklahoma · 1.2 MI E JCT US 75 · Structure no. 047540000000000
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 270 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 270 over Creek in Hughes County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 89 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,640 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 270 over Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is U.S. 270 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 270 over Creek carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 270 over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 270 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.