US Bridges

S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow

Good

Rogers County, Oklahoma · 0.2 E of Tulsa C/L · Structure no. 310000000000000

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
628 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow in Rogers County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 10,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,280 by 2042. The structure is 628 ft (191.4 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesS.H. 266
CrossesBird Creek Oflow
Location0.2 E of Tulsa C/L
RouteState Highway 266
Coordinates36.22478, -95.81331
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length628 ft (191.4 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.5 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,800 (2022)
Projected traffic17,280 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow 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 S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow carry?

About 10,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow?

The structure is 628 ft (191.4 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 266 over Bird Creek Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.