U.S. 62 over Creek
FairCherokee County, Oklahoma · 2.4 MI NE Muskogee CO · Structure no. 140240000000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 62 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Creek in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 67 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,000 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 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 | 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 Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is U.S. 62 over 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 62 over Creek carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 62 over Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns U.S. 62 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.