US Bridges

Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield Creek

Fair

Graves County, Kentucky · Sbl .50 MI E of US45N Ntr · Structure no. 042B00157L

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
208 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,086
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield Creek in Graves County, Kentucky. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 4,086 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,067 by 2041. The structure is 208 ft (63.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesJulian M Caroll Pa
CrossesMayfield Creek
LocationSbl .50 MI E of US45N Ntr
RouteInterstate 69
Coordinates36.76944, -88.63139
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length208 ft (63.5 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,086 (2021)
Projected traffic5,067 by 2041
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield Creek carry?

About 4,086 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield Creek?

The structure is 208 ft (63.5 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Julian M Caroll Pa over Mayfield Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.