US Bridges

U.S. 169 over Bird Creek Oflow

Good

Tulsa County, Oklahoma · 7.17 N I-244 Intrchange · Structure no. 313400000000000

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
377 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
57,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 169 over Bird Creek Oflow is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 169 over Bird Creek Oflow in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 57,900 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 78,800 by 2042. The structure is 377 ft (114.8 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesU.S. 169
CrossesBird Creek Oflow
Location7.17 N I-244 Intrchange
RouteU.S. Route 169
Coordinates36.24167, -95.84833
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.5 US tons
Inventory rating43.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length377 ft (114.8 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.8 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,900 (2022)
Projected traffic78,800 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 169 over Bird Creek Oflow built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 169 over Bird Creek Oflow 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 Bird Creek Oflow carry?

About 57,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 169 over Bird Creek Oflow?

The structure is 377 ft (114.8 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 169 over Bird Creek Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.