US-62 over Sympson Lake Spillway
FairNelson County, Kentucky · 2.1 MI W of W-Jct US 31E · Structure no. 090B00103N
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,793
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-62 over Sympson Lake Spillway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-62 over Sympson Lake Spillway in Nelson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 4,793 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,793 by 2038. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-62 over Sympson Lake Spillway built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-62 over Sympson Lake Spillway 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 Sympson Lake Spillway carry?
About 4,793 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US-62 over Sympson Lake Spillway?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-62 over Sympson Lake Spillway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.