US Bridges

US-62 over Fork of Fox Creek

FairPosted for load

Anderson County, Kentucky · .3 MI W of JCT Ky 513 · Structure no. 003B00012N

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,409
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62 over Fork of Fox Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Fork of Fox Creek in Anderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kentucky 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,409 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,409 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesUS-62
CrossesFork of Fox Creek
Location.3 MI W of JCT Ky 513
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates37.98694, -84.96861
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,409 (2021)
Projected traffic2,409 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-62 over Fork of Fox Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-62 over Fork of Fox 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US-62 over Fork of Fox Creek carry?

About 2,409 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US-62 over Fork of Fox Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns US-62 over Fork of Fox Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.