US-62 over Flat Creek
FairPosted for loadLyon County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI E. of Livingston C · Structure no. 072B00018N
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,711
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-62 over Flat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Flat Creek in Lyon County, Kentucky. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 6 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 3,711 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,711 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-62 over Flat Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-62 over Flat 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US-62 over Flat Creek carry?
About 3,711 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US-62 over Flat Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.
Who owns US-62 over Flat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.