US Bridges

U.S. 281 over Creek

Good

Woods County, Oklahoma · 1.5 MI S JCT US-64 · Structure no. 043610000000000

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 281 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 281 over Creek in Woods County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2005, 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 281
CrossesCreek
Location1.5 MI S JCT US-64
RouteU.S. Route 281
CountyWoods County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.77409, -98.66602
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2022)
Projected traffic3,520 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 km)
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 281 over Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is U.S. 281 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 281 over Creek carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 281 over Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 281 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.