US-62 over Indian Creek
PoorPosted for loadHarrison County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI N.E. of JCT Ky 392 · Structure no. 049B00011N
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 71 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,223
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-62 over Indian Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US-62 over Indian Creek in Harrison County, Kentucky. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,223 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,223 by 2043. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-62 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-62 over Indian Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US-62 over Indian Creek carry?
About 3,223 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US-62 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns US-62 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.