US Bridges

S. Lake Hefner Dr. over Creek

GoodPosted for load

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · Slake Hefner Dr;.Portland · Structure no. 291120000000000

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,000
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S. Lake Hefner Dr. over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S. Lake Hefner Dr. over Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesS. Lake Hefner Dr.
CrossesCreek
LocationSlake Hefner Dr;.Portland
RouteCity Street D1016
CountyOklahoma County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.54684, -97.58359
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,000 (2022)
Projected traffic6,400 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S. Lake Hefner Dr. over Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is S. Lake Hefner Dr. over 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does S. Lake Hefner Dr. over Creek carry?

About 4,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is S. Lake Hefner Dr. over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns S. Lake Hefner Dr. over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.