US Bridges

SR 62 over Branch Buckhorn Creek

Good

Spencer County, Indiana · 00.80 S SR 162 · Structure no. 022140

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,376
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 62 over Branch Buckhorn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 62 over Branch Buckhorn Creek in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 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 5,376 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,446 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR 62
CrossesBranch Buckhorn Creek
Location00.80 S SR 162
RouteState Highway 62
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.10263, -87.03379
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length39 ft (11.8 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 closed5 mi (8 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 Branch Buckhorn Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 62 over Branch Buckhorn 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 62 over Branch Buckhorn Creek carry?

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

How long is SR 62 over Branch Buckhorn Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m).

Who owns SR 62 over Branch Buckhorn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.