Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek
PoorPosted for loadAllen County, Kentucky · 0.7 MI E of JCT Ky 101 · Structure no. 002C00004N
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 44 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 128
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek in Allen County, Kentucky. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 128 vehicles a day, projected to reach 128 by 2034. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek carry?
About 128 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Jefferson School R over Difficult Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.