US Bridges

US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R

PoorPosted for load

Mason County, Kentucky · 3.8 MI North JCT Ky 9 · Structure no. 081B00041N

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Suspension
Steel
Length
2,866 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,561
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R is a steel suspension carrying US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R in Mason County, Kentucky. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 94 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 5,561 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,561 by 2043. The structure is 2,866 ft (873.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS-62X
CrossesOhio River-Myvlle- CSX R
Location3.8 MI North JCT Ky 9
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates38.65, -83.75972
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSuspension
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+14 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length2,866 ft (873.6 m)
Longest span1,060 ft (323.1 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck19 ft (5.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,561 (2023)
Projected traffic5,561 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$11 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R carry?

About 5,561 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R?

The structure is 2,866 ft (873.6 m) long with a longest span of 1,060 ft (323.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns US-62X over Ohio River-Myvlle- CSX R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.