US-31E over Coon Creek
FairPosted for loadBarren County, Kentucky · .9 MI N of JCT Ky 1318 · Structure no. 005B00026N
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,921
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31E over Coon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-31E over Coon Creek in Barren County, Kentucky. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,921 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,921 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-31E over Coon Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31E over Coon Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US-31E over Coon Creek carry?
About 5,921 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US-31E over Coon Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US-31E over Coon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.