US Bridges

S.H. 18 over Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Oklahoma · 13 MI N JCT US 62 · Structure no. 038890000000000

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 18 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 18 over Creek in Lincoln County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,840 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesS.H. 18
CrossesCreek
Location13 MI N JCT US 62
RouteState Highway 18
Coordinates35.685, -96.88574
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.4 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.5 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,400 (2022)
Projected traffic3,840 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 18 over Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 18 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 18 over Creek carry?

About 2,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 18 over Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 18 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.