US Bridges

Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek

Good

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · 1.1 MI E of I-35 · Structure no. 128730000000000

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
24,900
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 72 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.

It carries about 24,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,840 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 127 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesTurner Tp (I-44)
CrossesCreek
Location1.1 MI E of I-35
RouteInterstate 44
CountyOklahoma County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.60309, -97.40348
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width127 ft (38.7 m)
Roadway width125 ft (38.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,900 (2022)
Projected traffic39,840 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is Turner Tp (I-44) 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek carry?

About 24,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.

Who owns Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.