US Bridges

Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork Creek

Fair

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · .3N of NW 50 · Structure no. 138000000000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,500
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 5 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 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,400 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesClassen Blvd.
CrossesDeep Fork Creek
Location.3N of NW 50
RouteCity Street N3067
CountyOklahoma County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.52682, -97.53526
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,500 (2022)
Projected traffic18,400 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork Creek carry?

About 11,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Classen Blvd. over Deep Fork Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.