US Bridges

FAU 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork Creek

Good

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 4200 S Union · Structure no. 222100000000000

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,500
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork Creek in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 8261 (4200 S U
CrossesRed Fork Creek
Location4200 S Union
RouteCity Street 8261
CountyTulsa County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.10248, -96.0117
Functional classRural 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,500 (2022)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
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 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork Creek carry?

About 7,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAU 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 8261 (4200 S U over Red Fork Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.