US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Pond Creek

Good

McClain County, Oklahoma · 5.9 Mi.N. Jct. SH9 · Structure no. 110600000000000

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over Pond Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Pond Creek in McClain County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 76 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 16,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,920 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesPond Creek
Location5.9 Mi.N. Jct. SH9
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates35.26824, -97.59996
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,200 (2022)
Projected traffic25,920 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Pond Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is U.S. 62 over Pond 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 August 2023.

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

About 16,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

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

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Pond Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.