US Bridges

S.H. 74 over Deer Creek Oflow

Good

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · 13.5MI.N of Jct. S.H. 66 · Structure no. 283870000000000

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
401 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
8,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 74 over Deer Creek Oflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 74 over Deer Creek Oflow in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 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 8,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,080 by 2042. The structure is 401 ft (122.1 m) long and 83 ft wide.

CarriesS.H. 74
CrossesDeer Creek Oflow
Location13.5MI.N of Jct. S.H. 66
RouteState Highway 74
Coordinates35.69897, -97.58455
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length401 ft (122.1 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.3 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,800 (2022)
Projected traffic14,080 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$13.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 74 over Deer Creek Oflow built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 74 over Deer Creek Oflow 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 October 2024.

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

About 8,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 74 over Deer Creek Oflow?

The structure is 401 ft (122.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 74 over Deer Creek Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.