US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek

Fair

Wagoner County, Oklahoma · 3.3 MI N Muskogee CO · Structure no. 106570000000000

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek in Wagoner County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 78 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 12,200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,520 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesCrooked Creek
Location3.3 MI N Muskogee CO
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyWagoner County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.85819, -95.4024
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating27 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 traffic12,200 (2022)
Projected traffic19,520 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek carry?

About 12,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek?

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

Who owns U.S. 69 over Crooked Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.