US Bridges

U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek

Fair

Love County, Oklahoma · 5.1 MI N JCT W SH32 · Structure no. 134560000000000

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek in Love County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,480 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 77
CrossesLittle Hickory Creek
Location5.1 MI N JCT W SH32
RouteU.S. Route 77
CountyLove County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.01211, -97.12883
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2022)
Projected traffic4,480 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns U.S. 77 over Little Hickory Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.