US Bridges

U.S. 75 over Creek

Good

Hughes County, Oklahoma · 1.6 MI N JCT US 270 · Structure no. 168660000000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 75 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 75 over Creek in Hughes County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesU.S. 75
CrossesCreek
Location1.6 MI N JCT US 270
RouteU.S. Route 75
Coordinates34.98721, -96.24759
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating99.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2022)
Projected traffic3,200 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$660,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 75 over Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 75 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 75 over Creek carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 75 over Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 75 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.