US Bridges

U.S. 183 over Creek

Good

Kiowa County, Oklahoma · 2.9 MI N U.S. 62 Bus. · Structure no. 041590000000000

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 183 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 183 over Creek in Kiowa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 91 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 183
CrossesCreek
Location2.9 MI N U.S. 62 Bus.
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyKiowa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.69323, -98.94832
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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.2 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 traffic3,500 (2022)
Projected traffic5,600 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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$659,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 183 over Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is U.S. 183 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 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 183 over Creek carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 183 over Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 183 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.