US Bridges

Usr 62 over Big Walnut Creek

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · 0.05 MI S of SR 317 · Structure no. 2503395

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
203 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,432
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Usr 62 over Big Walnut Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Usr 62 over Big Walnut Creek in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 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 9,432 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,092 by 2035. The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUsr 62
CrossesBig Walnut Creek
Location0.05 MI S of SR 317
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateOhio
Coordinates40.0189, -82.88049
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length203 ft (61.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.6 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,432 (2015)
Projected traffic13,092 by 2035
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Usr 62 over Big Walnut Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Usr 62 over Big Walnut 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Usr 62 over Big Walnut Creek carry?

About 9,432 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Usr 62 over Big Walnut Creek?

The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns Usr 62 over Big Walnut Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.