US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Less Creek

Good

Adair County, Oklahoma · 12.3 Mi.E.Cherokee Cl · Structure no. 018110000000000

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
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 Less Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Less 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 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 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 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesLess Creek
Location12.3 Mi.E.Cherokee Cl
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates35.98773, -94.61135
Functional classRural 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2022)
Projected traffic2,880 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Less 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 Less 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 62 over Less Creek carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Less Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Less Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.