US Bridges

U.S. 81 over Grevs Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Oklahoma · 5.7 MI N Ok-Tx S/L · Structure no. 166810000000000

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 81 over Grevs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 81 over Grevs Creek in Jefferson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,560 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesU.S. 81
CrossesGrevs Creek
Location5.7 MI N Ok-Tx S/L
RouteU.S. Route 81
Coordinates33.95557, -97.94086
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,600 (2022)
Projected traffic2,560 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$792,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 81 over Grevs Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 81 over Grevs 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. 81 over Grevs Creek carry?

About 1,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 81 over Grevs Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns U.S. 81 over Grevs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.