US Bridges

S.H. 34 over Creek

Good

Woodward County, Oklahoma · 1.5 MI N Dewey C/L · Structure no. 033260000000000

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1955
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 34 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 34 over Creek in Woodward County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 94 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,040 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.1 mi (79 km).

CarriesS.H. 34
CrossesCreek
Location1.5 MI N Dewey C/L
RouteState Highway 34
Coordinates36.18258, -99.31404
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 loadH 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic1,900 (2022)
Projected traffic3,040 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.1 mi (79 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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. 34 over Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.

What condition is S.H. 34 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 34 over Creek carry?

About 1,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 34 over Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S.H. 34 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.