US Bridges

Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek

FairPosted for load

Elliott County, Kentucky · 400 South of JCT Ky 32 · Structure no. 032C00036N

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek in Elliott County, Kentucky. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2029. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesElkhorn Branch RD
CrossesLick Fk Newcombe Creek
Location400 South of JCT Ky 32
RouteCounty Highway 1122
CountyElliott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.04583, -83.03639
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating58.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span33 ft (10 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2009)
Projected traffic40 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Elkhorn Branch RD over Lick Fk Newcombe Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.