US Bridges

HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R

Fair

Clay County, Kentucky · .35 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc · Structure no. 026B00071N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
229 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,924
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R in Clay County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5 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 4,924 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,924 by 2042. The structure is 229 ft (69.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesHR-9006
CrossesCSX RR & Coal Dock R
Location.35 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc
RouteState Highway 9006
Coordinates37.13472, -83.76278
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.4 US tons
Inventory rating43.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length229 ft (69.7 m)
Longest span59 ft (18.1 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,924 (2022)
Projected traffic4,924 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R 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 HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R carry?

About 4,924 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R?

The structure is 229 ft (69.7 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns HR-9006 over CSX RR & Coal Dock R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.