US Bridges

US 127 over Long Branch

Fair

Franklin County, Kentucky · 1.35 MI S of Owen Cl · Structure no. 037B00101N

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,126
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 127 over Long Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 127 over Long Branch in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 3,126 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,126 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 127
CrossesLong Branch
Location1.35 MI S of Owen Cl
RouteU.S. Route 127
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.34306, -84.84917
Functional classRural 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
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating109.3 US tons
Inventory rating65.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.2 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,126 (2022)
Projected traffic3,126 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 127 over Long Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 127 over Long 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 127 over Long Branch carry?

About 3,126 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 127 over Long Branch?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns US 127 over Long Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.