U.S. 169 over Tupelo Creek
GoodTulsa County, Oklahoma · 0.9 MI N JCT I-44 · Structure no. 157130000000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 116,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 169 over Tupelo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 169 over Tupelo Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 62 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 116,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 186,080 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 169 over Tupelo Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is U.S. 169 over Tupelo 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 169 over Tupelo Creek carry?
About 116,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 169 over Tupelo Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 169 over Tupelo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.