US Bridges

U.S. 75 over Panther Creek

Good

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 2.7 MI S JCT SH 20 · Structure no. 179920000000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 75 over Panther Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 75 over Panther Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 23,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,760 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 75
CrossesPanther Creek
Location2.7 MI S JCT SH 20
RouteU.S. Route 75
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.32534, -95.92366
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating79.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic23,600 (2022)
Projected traffic37,760 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 75 over Panther Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 75 over Panther 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. 75 over Panther Creek carry?

About 23,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 75 over Panther Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 75 over Panther Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.