US-127 over Combest Branch
GoodCasey County, Kentucky · 1.6 MI S.W. of JCT Ky 501 · Structure no. 023B00017N
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,501
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 over Combest Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-127 over Combest Branch in Casey County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 3,501 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,501 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 over Combest Branch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 over Combest Branch 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 August 2021.
How much traffic does US-127 over Combest Branch carry?
About 3,501 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US-127 over Combest Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US-127 over Combest Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.