US Bridges

Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch

Good

Fayette County, Kentucky · 1000 Ft N JCT US 60 · Structure no. 034C00078N

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,565
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,565 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,565 by 2027. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesOxford Circle
CrossesVaughns Branch
Location1000 Ft N JCT US 60
RouteCity Street 4634
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.04944, -84.54278
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width56 ft (17 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,565 (2007)
Projected traffic8,565 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2021.

How much traffic does Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch carry?

About 8,565 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Oxford Circle over Vaughns Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.