US Bridges

S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek

Fair

Stephens County, Oklahoma · 7.2 MI E JCT US 81 · Structure no. 169170000000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,560 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 7
CrossesWest Mud Creek
Location7.2 MI E JCT US 81
RouteState Highway 7
CountyStephens County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.44874, -97.86066
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,100 (2022)
Projected traffic6,560 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed54.7 mi (88 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$1.5 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek carry?

About 4,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns S.H. 7 over West Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.