US Bridges

US-62 over Br Cypress Crk

Fair

Marshall County, Kentucky · .07 MI East of Mccrackn C · Structure no. 079B00062N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,507
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62 over Br Cypress Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Br Cypress Crk in Marshall County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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.

It carries about 6,507 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,507 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-62
CrossesBr Cypress Crk
Location.07 MI East of Mccrackn C
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyMarshall County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.0075, -88.48361
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.4 US tons
Inventory rating48.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,507 (2023)
Projected traffic6,507 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Br Cypress Crk built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-62 over Br Cypress Crk 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US-62 over Br Cypress Crk carry?

About 6,507 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US-62 over Br Cypress Crk?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US-62 over Br Cypress Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.