US Bridges

CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring

GoodPosted for load

Christian County, Kentucky · 0.15 Mi. E JCT US41 · Structure no. 024C00209N

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
179
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring is a concrete culvert carrying CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 179 vehicles a day, projected to reach 182 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 1117 Covered Wa
CrossesTrib. to Dripping Spring
Location0.15 Mi. E JCT US41
RouteCounty Highway 1117
CountyChristian County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.0225, -87.48389
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic179 (2013)
Projected traffic182 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring 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 2023.

How much traffic does CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring carry?

About 179 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns CR 1117 Covered Wa over Trib. to Dripping Spring?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.