US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Creek

Good

Pittsburg County, Oklahoma · 5.3 N JCT SH 63 · Structure no. 136050000000000

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,900
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 Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 69 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 16,900 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,040 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 km).

CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesCreek
Location5.3 N JCT SH 63
RouteU.S. Route 69
Coordinates34.79251, -95.87427
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionSeptember 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 rating100 US tons
Inventory rating98.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic16,900 (2022)
Projected traffic27,040 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.1 mi (71 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$837,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 69 over Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is U.S. 69 over 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 September 2023.

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

About 16,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 over Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 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.