Gooch Pike over West Fork Back Creek
GoodPosted for loadGarrard County, Kentucky · .10 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 52 · Structure no. 040C00054N
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 259
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Gooch Pike over West Fork Back Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gooch Pike over West Fork Back Creek in Garrard County, Kentucky. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 259 vehicles a day, projected to reach 412 by 2026. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Gooch Pike over West Fork Back Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Gooch Pike over West Fork Back 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 Gooch Pike over West Fork Back Creek carry?
About 259 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Gooch Pike over West Fork Back Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Gooch Pike over West Fork Back Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.