US Bridges

HR-9006 over Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999

Fair

Clay County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc · Structure no. 026B00074N

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

About this bridge

HR-9006 over Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HR-9006 over Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999 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 6 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 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesHR-9006
CrossesPaces Creek RD -Ky 1999
Location1.5 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc
RouteState Highway 9006
Coordinates37.12944, -83.74472
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating34.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 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
CrossesHighway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HR-9006 over Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999 built?

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

What condition is HR-9006 over Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999 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 Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999 carry?

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

How long is HR-9006 over Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns HR-9006 over Paces Creek RD -Ky 1999?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.