US Bridges

D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek

PoorPosted for load

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · Cherry Lane & Mallard · Structure no. 149320000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesD3116 (cherry Lane
CrossesCherry Creek
LocationCherry Lane & Mallard
RouteCity Street D3116
CountyOklahoma County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.44309, -97.44909
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 6 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating16 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2022)
Projected traffic2,400 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns D3116 (cherry Lane over Cherry Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.