US Bridges

FAU 8321 (lewis Av over Fred Creek

Fair

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 7800 S Lewis · Structure no. 194300000000000

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,234
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 8321 (lewis Av over Fred Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 8321 (lewis Av over Fred Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 5 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 11,234 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,974 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 8321 (lewis Av
CrossesFred Creek
Location7800 S Lewis
RouteCity Street 8321
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.04989, -95.95796
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width75 ft (23 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,234 (2022)
Projected traffic17,974 by 2042
Trucks5%
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 FAU 8321 (lewis Av over Fred Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 8321 (lewis Av over Fred 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 8321 (lewis Av over Fred Creek carry?

About 11,234 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 8321 (lewis Av over Fred Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 8321 (lewis Av over Fred Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.