US Bridges

S.H. 28 over Plumb Creek

Good

Rogers County, Oklahoma · 1.1 MI S Nowata C/L · Structure no. 257060000000000

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
620
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 28 over Plumb Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 28 over Plumb Creek in Rogers County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 620 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 992 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesS.H. 28
CrossesPlumb Creek
Location1.1 MI S Nowata C/L
RouteState Highway 28
Coordinates36.5825, -95.48977
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic620 (2022)
Projected traffic992 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 28 over Plumb Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 28 over Plumb 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 28 over Plumb Creek carry?

About 620 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 28 over Plumb Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns S.H. 28 over Plumb Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.