US-60 over Shope Branch
FairPosted for loadBoyd County, Kentucky · 2.5 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 180 · Structure no. 010B00020N
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20,994
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Shope Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over Shope Branch in Boyd County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 20,994 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,994 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 216 ft wide.
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-60 over Shope Branch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-60 over Shope Branch 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US-60 over Shope Branch carry?
About 20,994 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Shope Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m) and a deck 216 ft wide.
Who owns US-60 over Shope Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.