S.H. 82 over Black Bird Creek
FairCherokee County, Oklahoma · 11.2 Mi. N of U.S. 62 · Structure no. 286740000000000
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 196 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 82 over Black Bird Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 82 over Black Bird Creek in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,760 by 2042. The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 82 over Black Bird Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 82 over Black Bird 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does S.H. 82 over Black Bird Creek carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 82 over Black Bird Creek?
The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns S.H. 82 over Black Bird Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.