US Bridges

US-60 over South Elkhorn Creek

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Kentucky · 1.3 MI E-Woodford Co.Ln. · Structure no. 034B00121N

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
100 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
45,163
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-60 over South Elkhorn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over South Elkhorn Creek in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 86 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 45,163 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,163 by 2043. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS-60
CrossesSouth Elkhorn Creek
Location1.3 MI E-Woodford Co.Ln.
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates38.04278, -84.62611
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width92 ft (28 m)
Roadway width89 ft (27 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,163 (2023)
Projected traffic45,163 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-60 over South Elkhorn Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is US-60 over South Elkhorn 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 May 2021.

How much traffic does US-60 over South Elkhorn Creek carry?

About 45,163 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-60 over South Elkhorn Creek?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns US-60 over South Elkhorn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.