US Bridges

U.S. 169 over N. Fork Talala Creek

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Rogers County, Oklahoma · 2.7MI.S.NOWATA Co.C/L · Structure no. 286720000000000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 169 over N. Fork Talala Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 169 over N. Fork Talala Creek in Rogers County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,240 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 169
CrossesN. Fork Talala Creek
Location2.7MI.S.NOWATA Co.C/L
RouteU.S. Route 169
CountyRogers County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.56333, -95.68417
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating56 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,400 (2022)
Projected traffic10,240 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed70.2 mi (113 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$2.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 169 over N. Fork Talala Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 169 over N. Fork Talala 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 N. Fork Talala Creek carry?

About 6,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 169 over N. Fork Talala Creek?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 169 over N. Fork Talala Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.