US Bridges

E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke Creek

Fair

Comanche County, Oklahoma · 2.0 Mi. W. Sheridan · Structure no. 178320000000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,770
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke Creek is a concrete culvert carrying E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke Creek in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1970, 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 12,770 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,304 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesE1648 (old U.S. 62
CrossesMeadowbrooke Creek
Location2.0 Mi. W. Sheridan
RouteCity Street E1648
CountyComanche County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.62541, -98.45802
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 rating97 US tons
Inventory rating58 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,770 (2022)
Projected traffic20,304 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke Creek built?

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

What condition is E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke Creek carry?

About 12,770 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns E1648 (old U.S. 62 over Meadowbrooke Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.