US Bridges

Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy)

Good

Adair County, Kentucky · 0.21 Miles South of Ky 80 · Structure no. 001B00083N

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
218 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,921
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy) in Adair County, Kentucky. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 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 2,921 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,921 by 2041. The structure is 218 ft (66.3 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 61
CrossesLN 9008 (cumb Pkwy)
Location0.21 Miles South of Ky 80
RouteState Highway 61
CountyAdair County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.07306, -85.33944
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating49.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length218 ft (66.3 m)
Longest span114 ft (34.7 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,921 (2021)
Projected traffic2,921 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy) built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy) 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy) carry?

About 2,921 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy)?

The structure is 218 ft (66.3 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 61 over LN 9008 (cumb Pkwy)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.