US-62 over Hinkle Creek
FairNelson County, Kentucky · .3 MI E of N-Jct Ky 55 · Structure no. 090B00007N
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,432
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-62 over Hinkle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Hinkle Creek in Nelson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 2,432 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,432 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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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 Hinkle Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-62 over Hinkle 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US-62 over Hinkle Creek carry?
About 2,432 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-62 over Hinkle Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns US-62 over Hinkle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.