US-31W Bypass over Freeman Creek
GoodHardin County, Kentucky · .10 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 251 · Structure no. 047B00105N
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,947
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31W Bypass over Freeman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-31W Bypass over Freeman Creek in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 22,947 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,947 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 170 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-31W Bypass over Freeman Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31W Bypass over Freeman 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does US-31W Bypass over Freeman Creek carry?
About 22,947 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US-31W Bypass over Freeman Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 170 ft wide.
Who owns US-31W Bypass over Freeman Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.