US Bridges

U.S. 64 over Ash Creek Trib.

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Muskogee County, Oklahoma · 6.9 MI SE C/L · Structure no. 182040000000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 64 over Ash Creek Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 64 over Ash Creek Trib. in Muskogee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,960 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 64
CrossesAsh Creek Trib.
Location6.9 MI SE C/L
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyMuskogee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.77153, -95.65438
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,100 (2022)
Projected traffic4,960 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 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 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 Ash Creek Trib. built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 64 over Ash 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 Ash Creek Trib. carry?

About 3,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

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

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.