US Bridges

HR-9006 over Hector Branch

Fair

Clay County, Kentucky · 8.1 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc · Structure no. 026B00080N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,924
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HR-9006 over Hector Branch is a concrete culvert carrying HR-9006 over Hector Branch 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 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 151 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesHR-9006
CrossesHector Branch
Location8.1 MI East of Ky 80 Ntrc
RouteState Highway 9006
CountyClay County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.18861, -83.61111
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating74.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width151 ft (46 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HR-9006 over Hector Branch built?

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

What condition is HR-9006 over Hector 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does HR-9006 over Hector Branch carry?

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

How long is HR-9006 over Hector Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 151 ft wide.

Who owns HR-9006 over Hector Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.