US Bridges

US-62 over Br Cypress Creek

Good

Muhlenberg County, Kentucky · 1.63 MI SW of JCT US 431 · Structure no. 089B00119N

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,121
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62 over Br Cypress Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Br Cypress Creek in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 9,121 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,121 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-62
CrossesBr Cypress Creek
Location1.63 MI SW of JCT US 431
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates37.27667, -87.14
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,121 (2019)
Projected traffic9,121 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-62 over Br Cypress Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-62 over Br Cypress 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 September 2023.

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

About 9,121 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US-62 over Br Cypress Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US-62 over Br Cypress Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.