US Bridges

US-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck

FairPosted for load

Bourbon County, Kentucky · 4.1 MI S US 68 Bypass · Structure no. 009B00069L

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,185
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck is a concrete culvert carrying US-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck in Bourbon County, Kentucky. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,185 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,185 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS-27 Nc
CrossesBranch-Hinkston Ck
Location4.1 MI S US 68 Bypass
RouteU.S. Route 27
Coordinates38.15556, -84.33583
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,185 (2023)
Projected traffic7,185 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck carry?

About 7,185 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns US-27 Nc over Branch-Hinkston Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.