US Bridges

FAU 4670 (ml King) over Creek

Good

Stephens County, Oklahoma · 0.7 MI E of JCT US 81 · Structure no. 182230000000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,589
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4670 (ml King) over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 4670 (ml King) over Creek in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,589 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,142 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFAU 4670 (ml King)
CrossesCreek
Location0.7 MI E of JCT US 81
RouteCity Street 4670
Coordinates34.48521, -97.95262
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
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 rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,589 (2022)
Projected traffic4,142 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 4670 (ml King) over Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4670 (ml King) 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 4670 (ml King) over Creek carry?

About 2,589 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4670 (ml King) over Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4670 (ml King) over Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.