US Bridges

SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch

Fair

Jefferson County, Indiana · 00.50 E SR 250 · Structure no. 022465

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,138
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch in Jefferson County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 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 1,138 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,444 by 2034. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 62
CrossesBr. of Toddys Branch
Location00.50 E SR 250
RouteState Highway 62
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.85421, -85.3362
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,138 (2021)
Projected traffic2,444 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch carry?

About 1,138 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 62 over Br. of Toddys Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.