U.S. 81 over Creek
GoodStephens County, Oklahoma · 0.1 MI N JCT SH-53 · Structure no. 195630000000000
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 81 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 81 over Creek in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 5,800 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,280 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 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 U.S. 81 over Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 over 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 Creek carry?
About 5,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 81 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.