US Bridges

U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red Creek

Good

Kiowa County, Oklahoma · 2.4E U.S. 183 · Structure no. 317400000000000

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,290
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red Creek in Kiowa County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,290 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,830 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 84 ft wide.

CarriesU.S. 62 Bus.
CrossesW. Fork Deep Red Creek
Location2.4E U.S. 183
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates34.64139, -98.91333
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,290 (2022)
Projected traffic1,830 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red Creek carry?

About 1,290 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 Bus. over W. Fork Deep Red Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.