US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Creek

Fair

Comanche County, Oklahoma · 5.2 Mi. W. Sheridan · Structure no. 178110000000000

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,500
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 Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 55 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,600 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.1 mi (108 km).

CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesCreek
Location5.2 Mi. W. Sheridan
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates34.63067, -98.52999
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.8 US tons
Inventory rating35.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,500 (2022)
Projected traffic13,600 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.1 mi (108 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

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 February 2023.

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

About 8,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 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.