US Bridges

U.S. 183 over Creek

Good

Tillman County, Oklahoma · 1.1 MI S JCT S.H. 5 C · Structure no. 033350000000000

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,700
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 183 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 183 over Creek in Tillman County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 94 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,720 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesU.S. 183
CrossesCreek
Location1.1 MI S JCT S.H. 5 C
RouteU.S. Route 183
Coordinates34.4917, -98.98927
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic1,700 (2022)
Projected traffic2,720 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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. 183 over Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is U.S. 183 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 183 over Creek carry?

About 1,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 183 over Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 183 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.