SR-62 over Horse Creek
FairHardee County, Florida · 4.5 MI E of Duette RD · Structure no. 060910
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR-62 over Horse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR-62 over Horse Creek in Hardee County, Florida. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,808 by 2044. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 17.4 mi (28 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR-62 over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR-62 over Horse Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR-62 over Horse Creek carry?
About 4,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SR-62 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SR-62 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.