US Bridges

N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser Creek

Good

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 5200 S Elwood · Structure no. 196740000000000

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesN3940 (s Elwood
CrossesMooser Creek
Location5200 S Elwood
RouteCity Street N3940
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.08776, -95.99379
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2022)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 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 N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser Creek carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns N3940 (s Elwood over Mooser Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.