US 62 over Richards Canyon
FairCottle County, Texas · 1.33 MI W of US 83 · Structure no. 250510014602010
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 851
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62 over Richards Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 over Richards Canyon in Cottle County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 97 years old, older 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 851 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,550 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 72 ft wide.
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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62 over Richards Canyon built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 62 over Richards Canyon 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 62 over Richards Canyon carry?
About 851 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 62 over Richards Canyon?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns US 62 over Richards Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.