US Bridges

FAU 7701 (ft Sill over Numu Creek

FairPosted for load

Comanche County, Oklahoma · 11 Ave SW-2 Blk N Lee · Structure no. 120240000000000

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,773
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 7701 (ft Sill over Numu Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 7701 (ft Sill over Numu Creek in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15,773 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,221 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 7701 (ft Sill
CrossesNumu Creek
Location11 Ave SW-2 Blk N Lee
RouteCity Street 7701
CountyComanche County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.59701, -98.4048
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.6 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.6 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,773 (2022)
Projected traffic25,221 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 7701 (ft Sill over Numu Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 7701 (ft Sill 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 7701 (ft Sill over Numu Creek carry?

About 15,773 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FAU 7701 (ft Sill over Numu Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 7701 (ft Sill over Numu Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.