US 62 over N Scatterbranch Creek
GoodChildress County, Texas · 3.67MI S US 287 · Structure no. 250380003201023
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,210
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62 over N Scatterbranch Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 62 over N Scatterbranch Creek in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 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 1,210 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,620 by 2039. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62 over N Scatterbranch Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 62 over N Scatterbranch 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 US 62 over N Scatterbranch Creek carry?
About 1,210 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 62 over N Scatterbranch Creek?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 62 over N Scatterbranch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.