US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Bitter Creek Oflow

Fair

Jackson County, Oklahoma · 2.2 MI E S.H. 6 · Structure no. 184190000000000

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over Bitter Creek Oflow is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Bitter Creek Oflow in Jackson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,240 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesBitter Creek Oflow
Location2.2 MI E S.H. 6
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyJackson County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.63744, -99.38149
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating65.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,900 (2022)
Projected traffic6,240 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Bitter Creek Oflow built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 62 over Bitter Creek Oflow 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 October 2023.

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

About 3,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Bitter Creek Oflow?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 62 over Bitter Creek Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.