US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Rock Creek

Good

Comanche County, Oklahoma · 9.53 Mi. E. Kiowa Cl · Structure no. 180100000000000

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,700
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Rock Creek in Comanche County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 54 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,120 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 170 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesRock Creek
Location9.53 Mi. E. Kiowa Cl
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyComanche County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.63738, -98.65906
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.2 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width170 ft (51.8 m)
Roadway width96 ft (29.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,700 (2022)
Projected traffic9,120 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 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$1.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is U.S. 62 over Rock 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 February 2023.

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

About 5,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

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

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 170 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.