US Bridges

FAU 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu Creek

Fair

Comanche County, Oklahoma · 0.1 MI N Lee Blvd · Structure no. 106950000000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,985
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu Creek in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 4,985 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,917 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 7689 (w 17 TH
CrossesNumu Creek
Location0.1 MI N Lee Blvd
RouteCity Street 7689
CountyComanche County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.59569, -98.41363
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,985 (2022)
Projected traffic7,917 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu Creek carry?

About 4,985 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 7689 (w 17 TH over Numu Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.