US Bridges

KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of Russell Creek

Good

Adair County, Kentucky · JCT KY-55X and KY-206 · Structure no. 001B00090N

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,263
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of Russell Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of Russell Creek in Adair County, Kentucky. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,263 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,263 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-55X and KY-206
CrossesBranch of Russell Creek
LocationJCT KY-55X and KY-206
RouteState Highway 55
CountyAdair County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.10694, -85.30306
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck19 ft (5.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,263 (2020)
Projected traffic8,263 by 2040
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of Russell Creek built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of 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 2023.

How much traffic does KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of Russell Creek carry?

About 8,263 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of Russell Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m).

Who owns KY-55X and KY-206 over Branch of Russell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.