US Bridges

Ky 32X over Town Branch

FairPosted for load

Fleming County, Kentucky · 100 Ft. W. of Jct.Ky 11X · Structure no. 035B00094N

Built
1905
120 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,034
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 32X over Town Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 32X over Town Branch in Fleming County, Kentucky. It was built in 1905, so it is 120 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 4,034 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,034 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 32X
CrossesTown Branch
Location100 Ft. W. of Jct.Ky 11X
RouteState Highway 32
CountyFleming County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.42167, -83.73444
Functional classRural Major 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,034 (2021)
Projected traffic4,034 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Ky 32X over Town Branch built?

It was built in 1905, making it 120 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 32X over Town Branch 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 32X over Town Branch carry?

About 4,034 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ky 32X over Town Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m).

Who owns Ky 32X over Town Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.