US Bridges

Russell Cave RD over Cane Run Creek

Fair

Fayette County, Kentucky · .1MI N-New Circle-Ky 4 · Structure no. 034B00132N

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,165
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Russell Cave RD over Cane Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Russell Cave RD over Cane Run Creek in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 13,165 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,165 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRussell Cave RD
CrossesCane Run Creek
Location.1MI N-New Circle-Ky 4
RouteState Highway 353
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.07194, -84.47583
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,165 (2022)
Projected traffic13,165 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Russell Cave RD over Cane Run Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Russell Cave RD over Cane Run 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 2023.

How much traffic does Russell Cave RD over Cane Run Creek carry?

About 13,165 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Russell Cave RD over Cane Run Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Russell Cave RD over Cane Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.