US-62 over Southards Creek
FairOhio County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI East of JCT Ky 85 · Structure no. 092B00051N
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,510
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-62 over Southards Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-62 over Southards Creek in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 5 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 1,510 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,510 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-62 over Southards Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-62 over Southards 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US-62 over Southards Creek carry?
About 1,510 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US-62 over Southards Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US-62 over Southards Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.