US-51 over Hurricane Creek
GoodCarlisle County, Kentucky · 1.1 Mi.N. JCT Ky 877 · Structure no. 020B00063N
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,874
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-51 over Hurricane Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-51 over Hurricane Creek in Carlisle County, Kentucky. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,874 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,874 by 2043. The structure is 75 ft (23 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Hurricane Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-51 over Hurricane 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does US-51 over Hurricane Creek carry?
About 1,874 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US-51 over Hurricane Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (23 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (22 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-51 over Hurricane Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.