US Bridges

US-62 over Branch of Drake Creek

Good

Hopkins County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI East of JCT US 41 · Structure no. 054B00052N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,155
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62 over Branch of Drake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Branch of Drake Creek in Hopkins County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Kentucky 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 3,155 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,155 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS-62
CrossesBranch of Drake Creek
Location1.5 MI East of JCT US 41
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates37.19056, -87.41417
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,155 (2023)
Projected traffic3,155 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Branch of Drake Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-62 over Branch of Drake 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 November 2021.

How much traffic does US-62 over Branch of Drake Creek carry?

About 3,155 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US-62 over Branch of Drake Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US-62 over Branch of Drake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.