U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow Creek
FairBell County, Kentucky · 0.5 Miles from Visitor Ce · Structure no. 5230007P0000000
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow Creek in Bell County, Kentucky. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns U.S. Route 25E over Little Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.