US Bridges

U.S. 64 over Lion Creek

Fair

Noble County, Oklahoma · 8.2 MI E JCT US177 · Structure no. 150030000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 64 over Lion Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 64 over Lion Creek in Noble County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,560 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 64
CrossesLion Creek
Location8.2 MI E JCT US177
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyNoble County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.31777, -96.92686
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,600 (2022)
Projected traffic2,560 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$658,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 64 over Lion Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 64 over Lion Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

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

About 1,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 64 over Lion Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 64 over Lion Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.