US Bridges

U.S. 81 over Claridy Creek

Good

Stephens County, Oklahoma · 1.6 MI N JCT SH-7 · Structure no. 130060000000000

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 81 over Claridy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 81 over Claridy Creek in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 25,800 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,280 by 2042. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesU.S. 81
CrossesClaridy Creek
Location1.6 MI N JCT SH-7
RouteU.S. Route 81
Coordinates34.51503, -97.96677
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,800 (2022)
Projected traffic41,280 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$752,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 81 over Claridy Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 81 over Claridy 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 81 over Claridy Creek carry?

About 25,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 81 over Claridy Creek?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 81 over Claridy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.