U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek
FairAdair County, Oklahoma · 2.5 MI.E.JCT.US59 · Structure no. 017930000000000
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek in Adair County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 98 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,880 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 62 over S.Ballard Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.