US Bridges

S.H. 16 over Tiger Creek

Good

Okmulgee County, Oklahoma · 2.96 E of Creek C/L · Structure no. 286850000000000

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 16 over Tiger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 16 over Tiger Creek in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long.

Location

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CarriesS.H. 16
CrossesTiger Creek
Location2.96 E of Creek C/L
RouteState Highway 16
CountyOkmulgee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.74059, -96.13948
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2022)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 16 over Tiger Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 16 over Tiger 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does S.H. 16 over Tiger Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 16 over Tiger Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns S.H. 16 over Tiger Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.