US Bridges

Henderson Branch R over Henderson Branch

Fair

Carter County, Kentucky · Over Henderson Branch · Structure no. 022C00023N

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
263
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Henderson Branch R over Henderson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Henderson Branch R over Henderson Branch in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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.

It carries about 263 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 263 by 2029. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHenderson Branch R
CrossesHenderson Branch
LocationOver Henderson Branch
RouteCity Street 2065
Coordinates38.30028, -83.18083
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic263 (2009)
Projected traffic263 by 2029
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Henderson Branch R over Henderson Branch built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is Henderson Branch R over Henderson 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Henderson Branch R over Henderson Branch carry?

About 263 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Henderson Branch R over Henderson Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Henderson Branch R over Henderson Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.