US Bridges

JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow

Good

Graves County, Kentucky · Nbl 1.0 MI W of Marshal C · Structure no. 042B00165R

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
97 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,135
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow 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 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.

It carries about 4,135 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,127 by 2043. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesJC-9003
CrossesClarks River Overflow
LocationNbl 1.0 MI W of Marshal C
RouteInterstate 69
Coordinates36.80528, -88.49444
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.3 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,135 (2023)
Projected traffic5,127 by 2043
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow built?

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

What condition is JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow 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 September 2022.

How much traffic does JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow carry?

About 4,135 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns JC-9003 over Clarks River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.