US Bridges

U.S. 169 over Four Mile Creek

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Rogers County, Oklahoma · 2.2 MI N Co.Line · Structure no. 252470000000000

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 169 over Four Mile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 169 over Four Mile Creek in Rogers County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 10,100 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,160 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 169
CrossesFour Mile Creek
Location2.2 MI N Co.Line
RouteU.S. Route 169
CountyRogers County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.42197, -95.72127
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,100 (2022)
Projected traffic16,160 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$672,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 169 over Four Mile Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 169 over Four Mile 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 169 over Four Mile Creek carry?

About 10,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 169 over Four Mile Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns U.S. 169 over Four Mile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.