US-31W over Dry Branch
GoodHardin County, Kentucky · NB Exit Ramp @chaffee Ave · Structure no. 047B00114N
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,027
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31W over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-31W over Dry Branch in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 19,027 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,027 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-31W over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31W over Dry Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does US-31W over Dry Branch carry?
About 19,027 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-31W over Dry Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US-31W over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.