US Bridges

FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch

Fair

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 100 Gilcrease Rd. · Structure no. 145350000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,807
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch 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 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 4,807 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,691 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 8243 (gilcreas
CrossesParkview Ditch
Location100 Gilcrease Rd.
RouteCity Street 8243
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.1544, -96.02078
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,807 (2022)
Projected traffic7,691 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch built?

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

What condition is FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch 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 FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch carry?

About 4,807 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAU 8243 (gilcreas over Parkview Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.