US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Creek

Good

Harmon County, Oklahoma · 0.2 MI E JCT S.H. 30 · Structure no. 017880000000000

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
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 Harmon County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 98 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesCreek
Location0.2 MI E JCT S.H. 30
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyHarmon County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.68169, -99.90879
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 inspectionOctober 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating31.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2022)
Projected traffic3,680 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is U.S. 62 over 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 October 2023.

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

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.