US Bridges

U.S. 81 over Creek

Good

Kingfisher County, Oklahoma · 7.4 MI N JCT SH 33 · Structure no. 225930000000000

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
120 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 81 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 81 over Creek in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).

CarriesU.S. 81
CrossesCreek
Location7.4 MI N JCT SH 33
RouteU.S. Route 81
Coordinates35.97026, -97.91316
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (2022)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.7 mi (88 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$1.8 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 81 over Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 81 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 81 over Creek carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 81 over Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns U.S. 81 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.