US Bridges

N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw Creek

Good

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · .1S of NE 23 ST · Structure no. 212750000000000

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,000
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesN3220 (choctaw Rd)
CrossesChoctaw Creek
Location.1S of NE 23 ST
RouteCity Street N3220
Coordinates35.49234, -97.26512
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionNovember 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,000 (2022)
Projected traffic4,800 by 2042
Trucks5%
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 N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw Creek carry?

About 3,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns N3220 (choctaw Rd) over Choctaw Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.