U.S. 270 & Old 18 over Creek
GoodPottawatomie County, Oklahoma · 7.0 MI S JCT SH 3 · Structure no. 152700000000000
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 270 & Old 18 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 270 & Old 18 over Creek in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1997, 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 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,200 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 270 & Old 18 over Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is U.S. 270 & Old 18 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. 270 & Old 18 over Creek carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 270 & Old 18 over Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 270 & Old 18 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.