US Bridges

FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry Creek

Fair

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 1300 W 41 S · Structure no. 149410000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,171
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry 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 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 8,171 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,074 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFAU 8280 (w 41 St)
CrossesCherry Creek
Location1300 W 41 S
RouteCity Street 8280
Coordinates36.1043, -96.00732
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,171 (2022)
Projected traffic13,074 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
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 FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry Creek built?

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

What condition is FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry 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 FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry Creek carry?

About 8,171 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 8280 (w 41 St) over Cherry Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.