US Bridges

6246C over Creek

Fair

Pontotoc County, Oklahoma · .4 S of Garr Corner · Structure no. 117340000000000

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,075
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

6246C over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 6246C over Creek in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,075 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,720 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries6246C
CrossesCreek
Location.4 S of Garr Corner
RouteCounty Highway 6246C
CountyPontotoc County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.79141, -96.86226
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,075 (2022)
Projected traffic1,720 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 6246C over Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is 6246C 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 6246C over Creek carry?

About 1,075 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 6246C over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns 6246C over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.