US 62/83 over Conkline Creek
FairChildress County, Texas · 4.18 MI N of US 287 · Structure no. 250380003106021
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 55 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,150
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62/83 over Conkline Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 62/83 over Conkline Creek in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 8,150 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,410 by 2039. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62/83 over Conkline Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 62/83 over Conkline Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 62/83 over Conkline Creek carry?
About 8,150 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 62/83 over Conkline Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 62/83 over Conkline Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.