US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Spring Branch Creek

Good

Jackson County, Oklahoma · 0.8 MI E JCT S.H. 34 · Structure no. 195800000000000

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over Spring Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Spring Branch Creek in Jackson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesSpring Branch Creek
Location0.8 MI E JCT S.H. 34
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyJackson County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.65635, -99.5514
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.5 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2022)
Projected traffic3,520 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 Spring Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 62 over Spring Branch 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 Spring Branch Creek carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Spring Branch Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Spring Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.