US Bridges

S.H. 152 over Little Elk Creek

Good

Washita County, Oklahoma · .1 E of Jct. S.H. 44 · Structure no. 315440000000000

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,290
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 152 over Little Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 152 over Little Elk Creek in Washita County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger 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 2,290 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,125 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long.

CarriesS.H. 152
CrossesLittle Elk Creek
Location.1 E of Jct. S.H. 44
RouteState Highway 152
Coordinates35.29132, -99.1695
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,290 (2022)
Projected traffic3,125 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 152 over Little Elk Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 152 over Little Elk 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 152 over Little Elk Creek carry?

About 2,290 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 152 over Little Elk Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns S.H. 152 over Little Elk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.