US Bridges

U.S. 75 over Red Fork Creek

Good

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 10.9 MI N JCT SH 67 · Structure no. 180050000000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 75 over Red Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 75 over Red Fork 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 50,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,160 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesU.S. 75
CrossesRed Fork Creek
Location10.9 MI N JCT SH 67
RouteU.S. Route 75
Coordinates36.10283, -96.00797
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50,100 (2022)
Projected traffic80,160 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$2.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 75 over Red Fork Creek built?

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

What condition is U.S. 75 over Red Fork 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 Red Fork Creek carry?

About 50,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 75 over Red Fork Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns U.S. 75 over Red Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.