US Bridges

S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear Creek

Good

Stephens County, Oklahoma · 6.6 MI E JCT US 81 · Structure no. 186300000000000

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear Creek in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 51 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 km).

CarriesS.H. 29
CrossesEast Branch Clear Creek
Location6.6 MI E JCT US 81
RouteState Highway 29
Coordinates34.63785, -97.84734
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.8 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2022)
Projected traffic3,680 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.2 mi (76 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear 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 S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 29 over East Branch Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.