US Bridges

KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile Creek

FairPosted for load

Clark County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI S of JCT W/Ky 1958 · Structure no. 025B00015N

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,553
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile Creek in Clark County, Kentucky. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,553 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,553 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-89
CrossesE Fk Fourmile Creek
Location1.0 MI S of JCT W/Ky 1958
RouteState Highway 89
CountyClark County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.98056, -84.14083
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,553 (2023)
Projected traffic2,553 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile Creek carry?

About 2,553 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns KY-89 over E Fk Fourmile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.