US Bridges

Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run

FairPosted for load

Breckinridge County, Kentucky · 100 East of Ky 259 · Structure no. 014C00041N

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run in Breckinridge County, Kentucky. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2031. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesDutschke Mill RD
CrossesLick Run
Location100 East of Ky 259
RouteCounty Highway 1428
CountyBreckinridge County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.95222, -86.4875
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.7 m)
Deck width12 ft (3.7 m)
Roadway width11 ft (3.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2011)
Projected traffic50 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$60,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.

Who owns Dutschke Mill RD over Lick Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.