US Bridges

S.H. 50 over Creek

Good

Woods County, Oklahoma · 1.6 MI N Woodward CO · Structure no. 199340000000000

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
950
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 50 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 50 over Creek in Woods County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,520 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 50
CrossesCreek
Location1.6 MI N Woodward CO
RouteState Highway 50
CountyWoods County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.78582, -99.11533
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic950 (2022)
Projected traffic1,520 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 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 S.H. 50 over Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 50 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 50 over Creek carry?

About 950 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 50 over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns S.H. 50 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.