US Bridges

U.S. 62 over Tennessee River

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Marshall County, Kentucky · .75 MI W of Ky 453 Ntrch · Structure no. 079B00151N

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
3,117 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
6,617
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 62 over Tennessee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 62 over Tennessee River in Marshall County, Kentucky. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 6,617 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,617 by 2042. The structure is 3,117 ft (950.1 m) long and 50 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesU.S. 62
CrossesTennessee River
Location.75 MI W of Ky 453 Ntrch
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyMarshall County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.01444, -88.27333
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating48.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length3,117 ft (950.1 m)
Longest span505 ft (153.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,617 (2022)
Projected traffic6,617 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 62 over Tennessee River built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 62 over Tennessee River 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does U.S. 62 over Tennessee River carry?

About 6,617 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 62 over Tennessee River?

The structure is 3,117 ft (950.1 m) long with a longest span of 505 ft (153.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 62 over Tennessee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.