US Bridges

US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri

Fair

Lubbock County, Texas · 0.60 MI E of Bu 87(AVE A> · Structure no. 051520013005002

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,942
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 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 9,942 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,220 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 62
CrossesNfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri
Location0.60 MI E of Bu 87(AVE A>
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyLubbock County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.57809, -101.826
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.2 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,942 (2020)
Projected traffic10,220 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri carry?

About 9,942 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns US 62 over Nfk Dbl Mtn Fk Brazos Ri?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.