US Bridges

U.S. 64 over Coal Creek Trib.

Good

Muskogee County, Oklahoma · 1.9 MI SE C/L · Structure no. 038470000000000

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 64 over Coal Creek Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 64 over Coal Creek Trib. in Muskogee 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 64
CrossesCoal Creek Trib.
Location1.9 MI SE C/L
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyMuskogee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.83632, -95.69067
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,000 (2022)
Projected traffic4,800 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.1 mi (63 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 U.S. 64 over Coal Creek Trib. built?

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

What condition is U.S. 64 over Coal 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 64 over Coal Creek Trib. carry?

About 3,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 64 over Coal Creek Trib.?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 64 over Coal Creek Trib.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.