U.S. 62 over Ben Knight Creek
FairAdair County, Oklahoma · 11.6 Mi.E.Cherokee Cl · Structure no. 186960000000000
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 62 over Ben Knight Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Ben Knight Creek in Adair County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Ben Knight Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 62 over Ben Knight 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 Ben Knight Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 62 over Ben Knight Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns U.S. 62 over Ben Knight Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.