US Bridges

S.H. 33 over Little Turkey Creek

Good

Roger Mills County, Oklahoma · 2.6E of S.H.33/S.H.30 · Structure no. 290360000000000

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 33 over Little Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 33 over Little Turkey Creek in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesS.H. 33
CrossesLittle Turkey Creek
Location2.6E of S.H.33/S.H.30
RouteState Highway 33
Coordinates35.81283, -99.88002
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.5 US tons
Inventory rating61.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2022)
Projected traffic2,400 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 33 over Little Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 33 over Little Turkey 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 S.H. 33 over Little Turkey Creek carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 33 over Little Turkey Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 33 over Little Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.