US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib.

Good

Muskogee County, Oklahoma · 6.2 MI N Mcintosh C/L · Structure no. 194230000000000

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib. in Muskogee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,800 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesButler Creek Trib.
Location6.2 MI N Mcintosh C/L
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyMuskogee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.63657, -95.45744
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.2 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,500 (2022)
Projected traffic24,800 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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$1.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib. built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib. 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 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib. carry?

About 15,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib.?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns U.S. 69 over Butler Creek Trib.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.