US Bridges

US 460 over S Elkhorn Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI W of Ky 1689 · Structure no. 037B00006N

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
146 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,391
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 460 over S Elkhorn Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 460 over S Elkhorn Creek in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 91 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 6,391 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,391 by 2043. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 460
CrossesS Elkhorn Creek
Location0.1 MI W of Ky 1689
RouteU.S. Route 460
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.215, -84.79861
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.1 US tons
Inventory rating31.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length146 ft (44.5 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,391 (2023)
Projected traffic6,391 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$536,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 460 over S Elkhorn Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is US 460 over S Elkhorn 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 460 over S Elkhorn Creek carry?

About 6,391 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 460 over S Elkhorn Creek?

The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns US 460 over S Elkhorn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.