US Bridges

Turner Tp (I-44) over Creek

Fair

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · 12.41 Mi. E. of I-35 · Structure no. 246330000000000

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
4 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, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 24,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,840 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 200 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesTurner Tp (I-44)
CrossesCreek
Location12.41 Mi. E. of I-35
RouteInterstate 44
CountyOklahoma County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.64055, -97.21231
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width200 ft (61 m)
Roadway width198 ft (60.4 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
NavigationNot applicable (no 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.

What condition is Turner Tp (I-44) over 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 May 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 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 200 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.