US-42 over Stermans Branch
FairGallatin County, Kentucky · 2.4 MI West of JCT US 127 · Structure no. 039B00001N
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1943
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,220
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-42 over Stermans Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-42 over Stermans Branch in Gallatin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1943, so it is 96 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 6 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 3,220 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,220 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-42 over Stermans Branch built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1943.
What condition is US-42 over Stermans 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 June 2021.
How much traffic does US-42 over Stermans Branch carry?
About 3,220 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-42 over Stermans Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US-42 over Stermans Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.