US Bridges

FAU 4700 (beech) over Claridy Creek

Good

Stephens County, Oklahoma · 100FT W US81 Duncan · Structure no. 241310000000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,900
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 4700 (beech) over Claridy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 4700 (beech) over Claridy Creek in Stephens County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,040 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFAU 4700 (beech)
CrossesClaridy Creek
Location100FT W US81 Duncan
RouteCity Street 4700
Coordinates34.50704, -97.9676
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,900 (2022)
Projected traffic11,040 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 4700 (beech) over Claridy Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 4700 (beech) over Claridy 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 4700 (beech) over Claridy Creek carry?

About 6,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FAU 4700 (beech) over Claridy Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 4700 (beech) over Claridy Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.