US Bridges

U.S. 54 over Creek

Good

Texas County, Oklahoma · 12 MI N JCT SH 3 · Structure no. 041250000000000

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,200
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 1934 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 91 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 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,920 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 215 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 54
CrossesCreek
Location12 MI N JCT SH 3
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyTexas County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.78698, -101.31621
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width215 ft (65.5 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,200 (2022)
Projected traffic9,920 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 1934, making it 91 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 6,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 54 over Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 215 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 54 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.