U.S. 62 over Taft Lake Creek
GoodMuskogee County, Oklahoma · 6.1 MI E JCT SH16 · Structure no. 168430000000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 62 over Taft Lake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Taft Lake Creek in Muskogee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 62 over Taft Lake Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 62 over Taft Lake 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 over Taft Lake Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 62 over Taft Lake Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 62 over Taft Lake Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.