US Bridges

U.S. 54 over Creek

Good

Texas County, Oklahoma · 8.3 MI NE Texas S/L · Structure no. 026430000000000

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 54 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 54 over Creek in Texas County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 95 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,760 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 176 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 54
CrossesCreek
Location8.3 MI NE Texas S/L
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyTexas County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.56728, -101.67178
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width176 ft (53.6 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,100 (2022)
Projected traffic9,760 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 54 over Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.

What condition is U.S. 54 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 54 over Creek carry?

About 6,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 54 over Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 176 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 54 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.