US Bridges

S.H. 74 over Creek

Good

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · 1.3 MI N I-44 · Structure no. 209040000000000

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
114,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 74 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 74 over Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 114,400 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 183,040 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 74
CrossesCreek
Location1.3 MI N I-44
RouteState Highway 74
CountyOklahoma County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.52557, -97.5766
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic114,400 (2022)
Projected traffic183,040 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$800,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 74 over Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 74 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 74 over Creek carry?

About 114,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 74 over Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 74 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.