US Bridges

S.H. 11 over Mud Creek

Good

Osage County, Oklahoma · 2.2 Miles East of Kay Cou · Structure no. 294340000000000

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
750
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 11 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 11 over Mud Creek in Osage County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 11
CrossesMud Creek
Location2.2 Miles East of Kay Cou
RouteState Highway 11
CountyOsage County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.78194, -96.74981
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic750 (2022)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 11 over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 11 over Mud 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 11 over Mud Creek carry?

About 750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 11 over Mud Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns S.H. 11 over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.