US Bridges

US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River

Good

Motley County, Texas · 17.90 MI E of SH 70 · Structure no. 251730014601029

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
895 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
621
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River in Motley County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 621 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,220 by 2033. The structure is 895 ft (272.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesUS 62 / US 70
CrossesSouth Pease River
Location17.90 MI E of SH 70
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateTexas
Coordinates34.0034, -100.52609
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans13
Design loadHS 20
Structure length895 ft (272.8 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic621 (2020)
Projected traffic1,220 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$895,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River carry?

About 621 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River?

The structure is 895 ft (272.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 62 / US 70 over South Pease River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.