US Bridges

Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm Creek

Good

Ottawa County, Oklahoma · 75.60 MI NE of Tp Gate · Structure no. 137880000000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,000
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm Creek in Ottawa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,400 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWill Rogers TPI-44
CrossesLittle Elm Creek
Location75.60 MI NE of Tp Gate
RouteInterstate 44
CountyOttawa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.89939, -94.81398
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating34.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.2 m)
Roadway width107 ft (32.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,000 (2022)
Projected traffic30,400 by 2042
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$360,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm Creek carry?

About 19,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns Will Rogers TPI-44 over Little Elm Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.