US Bridges

FAU 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib

Good

Comanche County, Oklahoma · 5.1 MI E of City Limit · Structure no. 108520000000000

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
7,719
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 77 years old, older 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 7,719 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,450 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 7700 (lee)
CrossesWolf Creek Trib
Location5.1 MI E of City Limit
RouteCity Street 7700
CountyComanche County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.59425, -98.44396
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
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 spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,719 (2022)
Projected traffic12,450 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is FAU 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib 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 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib carry?

About 7,719 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FAU 7700 (lee) over Wolf Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.