US Bridges

US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald Creek

Good

Motley County, Texas · 2.60 MI E of SH 70 · Structure no. 251730014601031

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
144 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
824
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald Creek in Motley 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 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 824 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2033. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 62 / US 70
CrossesMcdonald Creek
Location2.60 MI E of SH 70
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateTexas
Coordinates34.00993, -100.78375
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic824 (2020)
Projected traffic1,650 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald Creek carry?

About 824 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald Creek?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 62 / US 70 over Mcdonald Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.