US Bridges

FAU 8461 (129 E Av over Creek

Good

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 0.2 MI S of 91 ST S. · Structure no. 119740000000000

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,523
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 8461 (129 E Av over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 8461 (129 E Av over Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 8,523 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,758 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 8461 (129 E Av
CrossesCreek
Location0.2 MI S of 91 ST S.
RouteCounty Highway 8461
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.02983, -95.83307
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,523 (2022)
Projected traffic4,758 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 FAU 8461 (129 E Av over Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 8461 (129 E Av over 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 FAU 8461 (129 E Av over Creek carry?

About 8,523 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 8461 (129 E Av over Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 8461 (129 E Av over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.