US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8
FairPosted for loadBrown County, Ohio · 0.527MI S of Usr 52 · Structure no. 0801305
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2021
- Type
- Stayed Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 2,420 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,525
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8 is a steel stayed girder carrying US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8 in Brown County, Ohio. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,525 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks. The structure is 2,420 ft (737.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8 built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8 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 October 2021.
How much traffic does US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8 carry?
About 5,525 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8?
The structure is 2,420 ft (737.6 m) long with a longest span of 1,050 ft (320 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US Routes 62/68 over Ohio River CSX RR Ky 8?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.