US-51 over Trumans Creek
GoodCarlisle County, Kentucky · .4 Mi.N.Jct US 62 · Structure no. 020B00061N
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,367
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-51 over Trumans Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-51 over Trumans Creek in Carlisle 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 2,367 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,367 by 2041. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-51 over Trumans Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-51 over Trumans Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US-51 over Trumans Creek carry?
About 2,367 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US-51 over Trumans Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-51 over Trumans Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.