US Bridges

Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge Branch

Good

Christian County, Kentucky · 0.8 Mi. S of Lovers Lane · Structure no. 024B00173L

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
203 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,118
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge Branch in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 6,118 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,118 by 2042. The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesPw 9004 Breathitt
CrossesRock Bridge Branch
Location0.8 Mi. S of Lovers Lane
RouteState Highway 9004
CountyChristian County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.79944, -87.49333
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.7 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,118 (2022)
Projected traffic6,118 by 2042
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge Branch built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge Branch carry?

About 6,118 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge Branch?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Pw 9004 Breathitt over Rock Bridge Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.