US Bridges

Old Ky 54 over Hurricane Branch

FairPosted for load

Daviess County, Kentucky · 3.1 MI E JCT Ky 142 · Structure no. 030C00034N

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
355
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Ky 54 over Hurricane Branch is a concrete slab carrying Old Ky 54 over Hurricane Branch in Daviess County, Kentucky. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 355 vehicles a day, projected to reach 550 by 2026. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesOld Ky 54
CrossesHurricane Branch
Location3.1 MI E JCT Ky 142
RouteCounty Highway 1129
CountyDaviess County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.70778, -86.94472
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic355 (2006)
Projected traffic550 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old Ky 54 over Hurricane Branch built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Ky 54 over Hurricane 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Old Ky 54 over Hurricane Branch carry?

About 355 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Old Ky 54 over Hurricane Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Old Ky 54 over Hurricane Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.