US Bridges

U.S. 412 over Creek

Good

Woodward County, Oklahoma · 6.2 MI W Major C/L · Structure no. 110630000000000

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 412 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 412 over Creek in Woodward County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 76 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 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,440 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 196 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

CarriesU.S. 412
CrossesCreek
Location6.2 MI W Major C/L
RouteState Highway 15
Coordinates36.4341, -99.07401
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 inspectionMay 2024
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width196 ft (59.6 m)
Roadway width192 ft (58.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,400 (2022)
Projected traffic5,440 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 412 over Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is U.S. 412 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 U.S. 412 over Creek carry?

About 3,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 412 over Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 196 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 412 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.