US Bridges

S.H. 7 Spur over Creek

Good

Murray County, Oklahoma · 2.09 MI NE of SH 7 · Structure no. 227210000000000

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 7 Spur over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 7 Spur over Creek in Murray County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 7 Spur
CrossesCreek
Location2.09 MI NE of SH 7
CountyMurray County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.53293, -96.99584
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2022)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a toll 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$360,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 7 Spur over Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 7 Spur 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 7 Spur over Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 7 Spur over Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns S.H. 7 Spur over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.