US Bridges

U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und

Good

Tillman County, Oklahoma · 0.7 MI E Jackson C/L · Structure no. 173130000000000

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
186 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,250
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und in Tillman County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 2,250 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2042. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 46 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesBNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und
Location0.7 MI E Jackson C/L
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyTillman County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.63825, -99.08835
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.4 US tons
Inventory rating23.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length186 ft (56.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,250 (2022)
Projected traffic3,600 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und carry?

About 2,250 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und?

The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over BNSF R.R. & Co. Rd. Und?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.