US-31W over E Rhudes Creek
FairHardin County, Kentucky · 2.0 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 222 · Structure no. 047B00031N
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,330
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31W over E Rhudes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-31W over E Rhudes Creek in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 3,330 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,330 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-31W over E Rhudes Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31W over E Rhudes 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-31W over E Rhudes Creek carry?
About 3,330 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US-31W over E Rhudes Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-31W over E Rhudes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.