US-68 over Russell Creek
GoodGreen County, Kentucky · 1 MI SW of S-Jct Ky 61 · Structure no. 044B00033N
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 285 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,380
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Russell Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-68 over Russell Creek in Green County, Kentucky. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 2,380 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,380 by 2041. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-68 over Russell Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Russell 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 October 2021.
How much traffic does US-68 over Russell Creek carry?
About 2,380 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Russell Creek?
The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-68 over Russell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.