US Bridges

S.H. 5 over Creek

Good

Tillman County, Oklahoma · 10.5 MI E JCT U.S. 183 · Structure no. 044790000000000

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
740
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 5 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 5 over Creek in Tillman County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 90 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 740 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,184 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesS.H. 5
CrossesCreek
Location10.5 MI E JCT U.S. 183
RouteState Highway 5
CountyTillman County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.39172, -98.8362
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.3 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic740 (2022)
Projected traffic1,184 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 S.H. 5 over Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is S.H. 5 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 S.H. 5 over Creek carry?

About 740 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 5 over Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 5 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.