US Bridges

HR-9006 over Ky 149

Fair

Clay County, Kentucky · 5.3 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc · Structure no. 026B00077N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
219 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,924
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HR-9006 over Ky 149 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HR-9006 over Ky 149 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 219 ft (66.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesHR-9006
CrossesKy 149
Location5.3 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc
RouteState Highway 9006
CountyClay County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.14194, -83.67194
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating85.9 US tons
Inventory rating51.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length219 ft (66.7 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.7 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HR-9006 over Ky 149 built?

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

What condition is HR-9006 over Ky 149 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 2021.

How much traffic does HR-9006 over Ky 149 carry?

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

How long is HR-9006 over Ky 149?

The structure is 219 ft (66.7 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns HR-9006 over Ky 149?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.