US Bridges

US-60 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Ballard County, Kentucky · 1.3 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 136 · Structure no. 004B00005N

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,923
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-60 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over Drainage Ditch in Ballard County, Kentucky. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,923 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,923 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-60
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.3 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 136
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyBallard County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.04, -89.05111
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,923 (2019)
Projected traffic2,923 by 2039
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.2 mi (76 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-60 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-60 over Drainage Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does US-60 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 2,923 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US-60 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns US-60 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.