US Bridges

U.S. 283 over Creek

Good

Jackson County, Oklahoma · 6.9 MI N Texas St. Line · Structure no. 035220000000000

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
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 Jackson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 283
CrossesCreek
Location6.9 MI N Texas St. Line
RouteU.S. Route 283
CountyJackson County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.52863, -99.3338
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2022)
Projected traffic3,360 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 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. 283 over Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 283 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 October 2023.

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

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 283 over Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 283 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.