Black Gold over Creek
GoodOklahoma County, Oklahoma · .1E of Portland · Structure no. 181640000000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Black Gold over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Black Gold over Creek in Oklahoma 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Black Gold over Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Black Gold 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Black Gold over Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Black Gold over Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns Black Gold over Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.