US Bridges

Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek

GoodPosted for load

Garrard County, Kentucky · .02 MI W. of JCT Ky 39 · Structure no. 040C00052N

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
214
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek in Garrard County, Kentucky. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 214 vehicles a day, projected to reach 340 by 2026. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesGilberts Creek RD
CrossesRt Fk Gilberts Creek
Location.02 MI W. of JCT Ky 39
RouteCounty Highway 1230
Coordinates37.57806, -84.55889
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating80.2 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic214 (2006)
Projected traffic340 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek carry?

About 214 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Gilberts Creek RD over Rt Fk Gilberts Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.