US Bridges

KY-7 over Stumps Run

FairPosted for load

Carter County, Kentucky · 5.8 MI NW of JCT Ky 1959 · Structure no. 022B00050N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
972
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-7 over Stumps Run is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-7 over Stumps Run in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 972 vehicles a day, projected to reach 972 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-7
CrossesStumps Run
Location5.8 MI NW of JCT Ky 1959
RouteState Highway 7
CountyCarter County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.40722, -83.03139
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.8 US tons
Inventory rating24.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic972 (2022)
Projected traffic972 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$120,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-7 over Stumps Run built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-7 over Stumps 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does KY-7 over Stumps Run carry?

About 972 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-7 over Stumps Run?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns KY-7 over Stumps Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.