US Bridges

U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand Creek

Good

Woodward County, Oklahoma · 1.4 MI NW SH-50 JCT · Structure no. 276880000000000

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
230 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,150
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand Creek in Woodward County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,440 by 2042. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 40 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesU.S. 183/U.S. 270
CrossesSand Creek
Location1.4 MI NW SH-50 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyWoodward County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.32379, -99.24545
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.7 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length230 ft (70.1 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,150 (2022)
Projected traffic3,440 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$3.7 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand Creek carry?

About 2,150 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand Creek?

The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 183/U.S. 270 over Sand Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.