US Bridges

U.S. 183 over Bent Creek

Good

Woodward County, Oklahoma · 3.2NW of Major C/L · Structure no. 322790000000000

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
390 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 183 over Bent Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 183 over Bent Creek in Woodward County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,720 by 2042. The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesU.S. 183
CrossesBent Creek
Location3.2NW of Major C/L
RouteU.S. Route 183
Coordinates36.18996, -99.01161
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.7 US tons
Inventory rating54.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHL 93
Structure length390 ft (118.9 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,200 (2022)
Projected traffic6,720 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 183 over Bent Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 183 over Bent 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 over Bent Creek carry?

About 4,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 183 over Bent Creek?

The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 183 over Bent Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.