US Bridges

U.S. 177 over Lost Creek

Good

Payne County, Oklahoma · 2.3 MI N JCT SH 33 · Structure no. 186740000000000

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 177 over Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 177 over Lost Creek in Payne County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 51 years old, older 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 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesU.S. 177
CrossesLost Creek
Location2.3 MI N JCT SH 33
RouteU.S. Route 177
Coordinates36.01913, -97.05077
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.6 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 traffic8,800 (2022)
Projected traffic14,080 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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$713,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 177 over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is U.S. 177 over Lost 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 177 over Lost Creek carry?

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

How long is U.S. 177 over Lost Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 177 over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.