US Bridges

Pine Meadows RD over Vaughns Branch

Good

Fayette County, Kentucky · E. of Summerville DR · Structure no. 034C00080N

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,746
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pine Meadows RD over Vaughns Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Pine Meadows RD 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 1,746 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,289 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesPine Meadows RD
CrossesVaughns Branch
LocationE. of Summerville DR
RouteCity Street 4669
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.04417, -84.535
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,746 (2012)
Projected traffic2,289 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Pine Meadows RD over Vaughns Branch built?

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

What condition is Pine Meadows RD 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 2023.

How much traffic does Pine Meadows RD over Vaughns Branch carry?

About 1,746 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Pine Meadows RD 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 42 ft wide.

Who owns Pine Meadows RD over Vaughns Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.