US Bridges

S.H. 101 over Cedar Creek

Good

Sequoyah County, Oklahoma · 4.92 E JCT U.S. 59 · Structure no. 313100000000000

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
580
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 101 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 101 over Cedar Creek in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 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 580 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 928 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 101
CrossesCedar Creek
Location4.92 E JCT U.S. 59
RouteState Highway 101
CountySequoyah County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.50694, -94.68444
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.8 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic580 (2022)
Projected traffic928 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 101 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 101 over Cedar 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 101 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 580 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 101 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 101 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.