US Bridges

FAS 7324 over Coal Creek

GoodPosted for load

Wagoner County, Oklahoma · 6.0 MI N SH 51; 7.0W Cl · Structure no. 018570000000000

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
264
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 7324 over Coal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 7324 over Coal Creek in Wagoner County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 264 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 422 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFAS 7324
CrossesCoal Creek
Location6.0 MI N SH 51; 7.0W Cl
RouteCounty Highway 7324
Coordinates36.03767, -95.63666
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic264 (2022)
Projected traffic422 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 FAS 7324 over Coal Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 7324 over Coal 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 7324 over Coal Creek carry?

About 264 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FAS 7324 over Coal Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 7324 over Coal Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.