US Bridges

Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI E of Alexandria DR · Structure no. 034C00050N

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,502
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run is a concrete culvert carrying Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,502 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,502 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesCambridge Drive
CrossesWolf Run
Location0.1 MI E of Alexandria DR
RouteCity Street 4127
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.05306, -84.55111
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,502 (2023)
Projected traffic2,502 by 2043
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 Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run carry?

About 2,502 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Cambridge Drive over Wolf Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.