US Bridges

S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib.

Good

Murray County, Oklahoma · 2.7 MI E JCT US77 · Structure no. 125090000000000

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib. in Murray County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 74 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 10,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,640 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 151 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesS.H. 7
CrossesDry Sandy Creek Trib.
Location2.7 MI E JCT US77
RouteState Highway 7
Coordinates34.50606, -97.07184
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width151 ft (46 m)
Roadway width149 ft (45.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,400 (2022)
Projected traffic16,640 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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 S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib. built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib. carry?

About 10,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib.?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 151 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 7 over Dry Sandy Creek Trib.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.