US Bridges

U.S. 283 over Creek

Good

Roger Mills County, Oklahoma · 2.3 MI N JCT S.H. 47 · Structure no. 033570000000000

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 283 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 283 over Creek in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 94 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 283
CrossesCreek
Location2.3 MI N JCT S.H. 47
RouteU.S. Route 283
CountyRoger Mills County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.64765, -99.66844
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2022)
Projected traffic3,360 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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. 283 over Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is U.S. 283 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 283 over Creek carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 283 over Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 283 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.