US Bridges

EB-9004 over Calvin Drive

Fair

Christian County, Kentucky · .10 MI Sou. of US 41 Ntrc · Structure no. 024B00103N

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,948
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

EB-9004 over Calvin Drive is a concrete culvert carrying EB-9004 over Calvin Drive in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 17,948 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20,101 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesEB-9004
CrossesCalvin Drive
Location.10 MI Sou. of US 41 Ntrc
RouteState Highway 9004
Coordinates36.84139, -87.46556
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.1 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,948 (2022)
Projected traffic20,101 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$67,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was EB-9004 over Calvin Drive built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is EB-9004 over Calvin Drive 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does EB-9004 over Calvin Drive carry?

About 17,948 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is EB-9004 over Calvin Drive?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns EB-9004 over Calvin Drive?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.