US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Creek

Fair

Ottawa County, Oklahoma · 0.6 MI N US 69A · Structure no. 152870000000000

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 69 over Creek in Ottawa 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 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,840 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesCreek
Location0.6 MI N US 69A
RouteU.S. Route 69
Coordinates36.95294, -94.83067
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.4 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 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 traffic2,400 (2022)
Projected traffic3,840 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 69 over Creek built?

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

What condition is U.S. 69 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 69 over Creek carry?

About 2,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 over Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 69 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.