US Bridges

FAU 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · .25 Mi.N. Urban Limits · Structure no. 148930000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 1451(WEST Blvd
CrossesCreek
Location.25 Mi.N. Urban Limits
RouteCity Street 1451
CountyLe Flore County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.03345, -94.62898
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2022)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FAU 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FAU 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 1451(WEST Blvd over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.