US Bridges

U.S. 183 over Creek

Good

Tillman County, Oklahoma · 1 MI N JCT U.S. 70 · Structure no. 036670000000000

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
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 1932 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 93 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 183
CrossesCreek
Location1 MI N JCT U.S. 70
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyTillman County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.25847, -99.06512
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.4 US tons
Inventory rating33.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2022)
Projected traffic2,400 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

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 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 183 over Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 183 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.