US Bridges

I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma Creek

Good

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · 4.6 MI N of I-40 · Structure no. 171760000000000

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
34,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 57 years old, older 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 34,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,400 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI-235 SB Onrmps/Rr
CrossesOklahoma Creek
Location4.6 MI N of I-40
RouteInterstate 235
CountyOklahoma County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.52203, -97.51796
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,000 (2022)
Projected traffic54,400 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and railroad
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$2.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma Creek carry?

About 34,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-235 SB Onrmps/Rr over Oklahoma Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.