US Bridges

S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter Creek

Good

Kingfisher County, Oklahoma · 4.5 MI E Blaine C/L · Structure no. 232880000000000

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter Creek in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2042. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

CarriesS.H. 3 & S.H. 33
CrossesLittle Otter Creek
Location4.5 MI E Blaine C/L
RouteState Highway 3
Coordinates35.85044, -98.12864
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2022)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter 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 S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter Creek?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 3 & S.H. 33 over Little Otter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.