Ky 55 over Russell Creek
GoodAdair County, Kentucky · .146 Mi. S. of JCT KY55X · Structure no. 001B00087N
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 730 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,698
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 55 over Russell Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 55 over Russell Creek in Adair County, Kentucky. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 4,698 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,698 by 2041. The structure is 730 ft (222.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 55 over Russell Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 55 over Russell 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does Ky 55 over Russell Creek carry?
About 4,698 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Ky 55 over Russell Creek?
The structure is 730 ft (222.6 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 55 over Russell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.