US Bridges

U.S. 60 over Clear Creek

Fair

Osage County, Oklahoma · 8.4 Mi. E. Jct. SH18 · Structure no. 152690000000000

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 60 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 60 over Clear Creek in Osage County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 6 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 60
CrossesClear Creek
Location8.4 Mi. E. Jct. SH18
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyOsage County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.68061, -96.53906
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic2,100 (2022)
Projected traffic3,360 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 60 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 60 over Clear 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 60 over Clear Creek carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 60 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 60 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.