US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Grave Creek Tributary

Fair

Okmulgee County, Oklahoma · 4.93 E JCT SH-52 · Structure no. 032690000000000

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over Grave Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 62 over Grave Creek Tributary in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesGrave Creek Tributary
Location4.93 E JCT SH-52
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyOkmulgee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.60956, -95.77346
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.4 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2022)
Projected traffic2,400 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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 Grave Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 62 over Grave Creek Tributary in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2023.

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

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Grave Creek Tributary?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 62 over Grave Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.