US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Creek

Good

Jackson County, Oklahoma · 3.4 MI E JCT U.S. 283 · Structure no. 039710000000000

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,900
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 Jackson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 92 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,440 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 135 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesCreek
Location3.4 MI E JCT U.S. 283
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyJackson County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.63746, -99.27333
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.5 US tons
Inventory rating47.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width135 ft (41.1 m)
Roadway width133 ft (40.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,900 (2022)
Projected traffic9,440 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 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 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 5,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 135 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.