US Bridges

U.S. 412 over Bull Creek

Fair

Woodward County, Oklahoma · 1.4 MI E JCT SH 50 · Structure no. 072560000000000

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 412 over Bull Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 412 over Bull Creek in Woodward County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 6 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 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,920 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 412
CrossesBull Creek
Location1.4 MI E JCT SH 50
RouteU.S. Route 412
CountyWoodward County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.43502, -99.20282
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,200 (2022)
Projected traffic9,920 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 km)
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$714,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 412 over Bull Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 412 over Bull 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 412 over Bull Creek carry?

About 6,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 412 over Bull Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 412 over Bull Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.