US Bridges

HR-9006 over Grannys Branch Road

Fair

Clay County, Kentucky · 1.1 MI West of Leslie Cl · Structure no. 026B00084N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,701
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HR-9006 over Grannys Branch Road is a concrete culvert carrying HR-9006 over Grannys Branch Road 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 3,701 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,701 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesHR-9006
CrossesGrannys Branch Road
Location1.1 MI West of Leslie Cl
RouteState Highway 9006
CountyClay County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.16333, -83.57
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
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,701 (2022)
Projected traffic3,701 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$65,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HR-9006 over Grannys Branch Road built?

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

What condition is HR-9006 over Grannys Branch Road 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 Grannys Branch Road carry?

About 3,701 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is HR-9006 over Grannys Branch Road?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns HR-9006 over Grannys Branch Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.