US Bridges

US-460 over Mitchells Run

Good

Bourbon County, Kentucky · .4 Mi. E JCT US 68X · Structure no. 009B00063N

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,234
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-460 over Mitchells Run is a concrete culvert carrying US-460 over Mitchells Run in Bourbon County, Kentucky. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,234 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,234 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS-460
CrossesMitchells Run
Location.4 Mi. E JCT US 68X
RouteU.S. Route 460
Coordinates38.21722, -84.2325
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,234 (2023)
Projected traffic3,234 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-460 over Mitchells Run built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-460 over Mitchells Run 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US-460 over Mitchells Run carry?

About 3,234 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-460 over Mitchells Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-460 over Mitchells Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.