S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow
GoodStephens County, Oklahoma · 3.4 MI W JCT US 81 · Structure no. 016750000000000
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow 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 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns S.H. 53 over Dry Creek Oflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.