US Bridges

N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek

Fair

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 5400 S Sheridan Rd. · Structure no. 074130000000000

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
32,700
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 32,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,320 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesN3990 (sheridan)
CrossesLittle Joe Creek
Location5400 S Sheridan Rd.
RouteCity Street N3990
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.08565, -95.90452
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,700 (2022)
Projected traffic52,320 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek carry?

About 32,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns N3990 (sheridan) over Little Joe Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.