US Bridges

FAU 7720 (f Ave) over Numu Creek

Fair

Comanche County, Oklahoma · .2E of F Ave · Structure no. 204900000000000

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,630
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 7720 (f Ave) over Numu Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 7720 (f Ave) over Numu Creek in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 2,630 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,170 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 7720 (f Ave)
CrossesNumu Creek
Location.2E of F Ave
RouteCity Street 7720
CountyComanche County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.60168, -98.41896
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,630 (2022)
Projected traffic4,170 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 7720 (f Ave) over Numu Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 7720 (f Ave) 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 7720 (f Ave) over Numu Creek carry?

About 2,630 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 7720 (f Ave) over Numu Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 7720 (f Ave) over Numu Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.