US Bridges

FAU 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe Creek

Fair

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 5100 E. 51st St. · Structure no. 197480000000000

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,523
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe 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 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 14,523 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,200 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 8260 ( E 51 ST
CrossesN. Fork Little Joe Creek
Location5100 E. 51st St.
RouteCity Street 8220
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.08976, -95.9178
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.
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,523 (2022)
Projected traffic19,200 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe Creek built?

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

What condition is FAU 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe 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 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe Creek carry?

About 14,523 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 8260 ( E 51 ST over N. Fork Little Joe Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.