SH 62 over Cow Bayou
FairNewton County, Texas · 0.40 MI S of Jasper C/L · Structure no. 201760024302010
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,742
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 62 over Cow Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SH 62 over Cow Bayou in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 78 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 6,742 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,034 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 62 over Cow Bayou built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is SH 62 over Cow Bayou 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 62 over Cow Bayou carry?
About 6,742 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 62 over Cow Bayou?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns SH 62 over Cow Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.