US Bridges

Petroleum RD over Little Trammel Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Allen County, Kentucky · 0.2 Mi. E JCT US 31E · Structure no. 002C00033N

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
164
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Petroleum RD over Little Trammel Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Petroleum RD over Little Trammel Creek in Allen County, Kentucky. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older 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: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 164 vehicles a day, projected to reach 210 by 2024. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesPetroleum RD
CrossesLittle Trammel Creek
Location0.2 Mi. E JCT US 31E
RouteCounty Highway 1220
Coordinates36.68056, -86.24917
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating0.2 US tons
Inventory rating0.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic164 (2014)
Projected traffic210 by 2024
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Petroleum RD over Little Trammel Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Petroleum RD over Little Trammel 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 Petroleum RD over Little Trammel Creek carry?

About 164 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Petroleum RD over Little Trammel Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Petroleum RD over Little Trammel Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.