US Bridges

US-127 over Carpenters Creek

Fair

Casey County, Kentucky · At Lincoln - Casey Cl · Structure no. 023B00002N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,705
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-127 over Carpenters Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-127 over Carpenters Creek in Casey County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 4,705 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,705 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesUS-127
CrossesCarpenters Creek
LocationAt Lincoln - Casey Cl
RouteU.S. Route 127
Coordinates37.42694, -84.85167
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,705 (2023)
Projected traffic4,705 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-127 over Carpenters Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-127 over Carpenters Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US-127 over Carpenters Creek carry?

About 4,705 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US-127 over Carpenters Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns US-127 over Carpenters Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.