HWY 55 over LN-9008
FairAdair County, Kentucky · Ovr Cmbrlnd Pw Interchang · Structure no. 001B00053N
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,532
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 55 over LN-9008 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying HWY 55 over LN-9008 in Adair County, Kentucky. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 9,532 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,532 by 2041. The structure is 200 ft (61.1 m) long and 53 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY 55 over LN-9008 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY 55 over LN-9008 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does HWY 55 over LN-9008 carry?
About 9,532 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is HWY 55 over LN-9008?
The structure is 200 ft (61.1 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.6 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns HWY 55 over LN-9008?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.