US Bridges

U.S. 183 over Creek

Good

Kiowa County, Oklahoma · 11.3 MI N U.S. 62 Bus. · Structure no. 184500000000000

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
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 1973, so it is 52 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,080 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 183
CrossesCreek
Location11.3 MI N U.S. 62 Bus.
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyKiowa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.8007, -98.97946
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2022)
Projected traffic2,080 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 183 over Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

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 1,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 183 over Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 183 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.