US Bridges

Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork

Good

Boone County, Kentucky · 2 MI SE JCT Ky 20 · Structure no. 008C00044N

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
82
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork in Boone County, Kentucky. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 82 vehicles a day, projected to reach 142 by 2026. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesAshby Fork RD
CrossesBr of Ashbys Fork
Location2 MI SE JCT Ky 20
RouteCounty Highway 1329
Coordinates39.04306, -84.81
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic82 (2006)
Projected traffic142 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork carry?

About 82 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Ashby Fork RD over Br of Ashbys Fork?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.