US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Pruett Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Oklahoma · 7.4 MI E JCT SH 18 · Structure no. 090470000000000

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,700
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over Pruett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Pruett Creek in Lincoln County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 85 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesPruett Creek
Location7.4 MI E JCT SH 18
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyLincoln County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.50216, -96.76764
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,700 (2022)
Projected traffic4,320 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
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 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 Pruett Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is U.S. 62 over Pruett 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 September 2024.

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

About 2,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Pruett Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Pruett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.