US Bridges

Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek

PoorPosted for load

Fulton County, Kentucky · 250" S of Fifth Stre · Structure no. 038C00020N

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
233
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek is a steel culvert carrying Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek in Fulton County, Kentucky. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 233 vehicles a day, projected to reach 233 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFairview Ave
CrossesBr of Harris Fork Creek
Location250" S of Fifth Stre
RouteCity Street 2075
CountyFulton County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.50944, -88.87917
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating8.9 US tons
Inventory rating6.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width13 ft (3.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic233 (2013)
Projected traffic233 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek carry?

About 233 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Fairview Ave over Br of Harris Fork Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.