US Bridges

SR 62 over Longs Branch

Fair

Spencer County, Indiana · 00.24 N JCT CR 1200 N · Structure no. 022110

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,376
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 62 over Longs Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 62 over Longs Branch in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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 5,376 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,446 by 2032. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 62
CrossesLongs Branch
Location00.24 N JCT CR 1200 N
RouteState Highway 62
CountySpencer County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.0639, -87.04829
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.1 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,376 (2004)
Projected traffic7,446 by 2032
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 Longs Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 62 over Longs 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 62 over Longs Branch carry?

About 5,376 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 62 over Longs Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 62 over Longs Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.