US Bridges

U.S. 75A over Adams Creek

Fair

Okmulgee County, Oklahoma · 1.82 W JCT US-75 · Structure no. 143450000000000

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 75A over Adams Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 75A over Adams Creek in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,240 by 2042. The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 75A
CrossesAdams Creek
Location1.82 W JCT US-75
RouteU.S. Route 75A
CountyOkmulgee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.74065, -96.03914
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,900 (2022)
Projected traffic6,240 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 75A over Adams Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 75A over Adams 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 75A over Adams Creek carry?

About 3,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 75A over Adams Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns U.S. 75A over Adams Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.