US Bridges

KY-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch

FairPosted for load

Clay County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI East of Laurel Cl · Structure no. 026B00016N

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,312
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch in Clay County, Kentucky. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 1,312 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,312 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

Location

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CarriesKY-80
CrossesPigeon Roost Branch
Location1.5 MI East of Laurel Cl
RouteState Highway 80
CountyClay County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.09944, -83.84694
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,312 (2021)
Projected traffic1,312 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does KY-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch carry?

About 1,312 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-80 over Pigeon Roost Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.