US Bridges

FAU 4702 (chestnut over Creek

Good

Stephens County, Oklahoma · Between 3rd & 4th ST · Structure no. 177340000000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4702 (chestnut over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 4702 (chestnut over Creek in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAU 4702 (chestnut
CrossesCreek
LocationBetween 3rd & 4th ST
RouteCity Street 4702
Coordinates34.50699, -97.94969
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2022)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 4702 (chestnut over Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4702 (chestnut 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 4702 (chestnut over Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4702 (chestnut over Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4702 (chestnut over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.