US Bridges

Pea Ridge RD over S Benson Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kentucky · 1.15 MI E of Ky 1665 · Structure no. 037C00015N

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
159 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
103
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pea Ridge RD over S Benson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Pea Ridge RD over S Benson Creek in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 103 vehicles a day, projected to reach 130 by 2026. The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesPea Ridge RD
CrossesS Benson Creek
Location1.15 MI E of Ky 1665
RouteCounty Highway 1237
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.18417, -84.94111
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionMay 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length159 ft (48.5 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic103 (2006)
Projected traffic130 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Pea Ridge RD over S Benson Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pea Ridge RD over S Benson 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Pea Ridge RD over S Benson Creek carry?

About 103 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Pea Ridge RD over S Benson Creek?

The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Pea Ridge RD over S Benson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.