US Bridges

SE 17th ST over Lightning Creek

Good

Oklahoma County, Oklahoma · 1 Blk W of S Central · Structure no. 292430000000000

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
96 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
700
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SE 17th ST over Lightning Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SE 17th ST over Lightning Creek in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2042. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSE 17th ST
CrossesLightning Creek
Location1 Blk W of S Central
RouteCity Street E1082
Coordinates35.44706, -97.50847
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating46.8 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic700 (2022)
Projected traffic1,120 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$669,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SE 17th ST over Lightning Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is SE 17th ST over Lightning 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SE 17th ST over Lightning Creek carry?

About 700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SE 17th ST over Lightning Creek?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SE 17th ST over Lightning Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.