US Bridges

FAU 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek

Poor

Comanche County, Oklahoma · Sheridan RD & D ST · Structure no. 099940000000000

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
79 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
14,994
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 83 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 14,994 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,974 by 2042. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 7681 (sheridan
CrossesNumu Creek
LocationSheridan RD & D ST
RouteCity Street 7681
CountyComanche County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.60448, -98.42239
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length79 ft (24.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.5 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,994 (2022)
Projected traffic23,974 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is FAU 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek carry?

About 14,994 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek?

The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 7681 (sheridan over Numu Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.