US Bridges

FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek

Poor

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 0.8 MI S of 121 ST S. · Structure no. 066390000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,954
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 3,954 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,326 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU8441(GARNETT RD
CrossesCreek
Location0.8 MI S of 121 ST S.
RouteCounty Highway 8441
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.97788, -95.85091
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,954 (2024)
Projected traffic6,326 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek carry?

About 3,954 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAU8441(GARNETT RD over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.