US Bridges

S.H. 24 over Creek

Good

McClain County, Oklahoma · 3.4 S. of JCT SH59 East · Structure no. 274960000000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
180
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 24 over Creek is a steel culvert carrying S.H. 24 over Creek in McClain County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 180 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 288 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 24
CrossesCreek
Location3.4 S. of JCT SH59 East
RouteState Highway 24
CountyMcClain County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.86298, -97.45934
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span4 ft (1.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic180 (2022)
Projected traffic288 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 24 over Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 24 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 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 24 over Creek carry?

About 180 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 24 over Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).

Who owns S.H. 24 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.