US Bridges

WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD

Fair

Daviess County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI Nor. of Ohio Cl · Structure no. 030B00087N

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,578
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD is a concrete culvert carrying WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD in Daviess County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 9,578 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,876 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesWN-9007
CrossesPoplar Log Bridge RD
Location1.5 MI Nor. of Ohio Cl
RouteInterstate 165
CountyDaviess County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.62917, -86.99028
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.6 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,578 (2023)
Projected traffic11,876 by 2043
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$67,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD carry?

About 9,578 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns WN-9007 over Poplar Log Bridge RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.