US Bridges

Julian M Caroll Pa over Brush Creek

Fair

Graves County, Kentucky · Sbl 1.0 MI S of Ky 339 Nt · Structure no. 042B00173L

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
127 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,645
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Julian M Caroll Pa over Brush Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Julian M Caroll Pa over Brush 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 3,645 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,520 by 2043. The structure is 127 ft (38.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesJulian M Caroll Pa
CrossesBrush Creek
LocationSbl 1.0 MI S of Ky 339 Nt
RouteInterstate 69
Coordinates36.63667, -88.76361
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating93.5 US tons
Inventory rating56.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length127 ft (38.8 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,645 (2023)
Projected traffic4,520 by 2043
Trucks22%
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 Brush Creek built?

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

What condition is Julian M Caroll Pa over Brush 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 November 2024.

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

About 3,645 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is Julian M Caroll Pa over Brush Creek?

The structure is 127 ft (38.8 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Julian M Caroll Pa over Brush Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.