US Bridges

5166C over Creek

GoodPosted for load

Muskogee County, Oklahoma · 4.5N;3.5E of Porum · Structure no. 107640000000000

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

5166C over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 5166C over Creek in Muskogee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries5166C
CrossesCreek
Location4.5N;3.5E of Porum
RouteCounty Highway 5166C
Coordinates35.42246, -95.20307
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 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 traffic500 (2022)
Projected traffic800 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 5166C over Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is 5166C 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 2023.

How much traffic does 5166C over Creek carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 5166C over Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 5166C over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.