US-31W over Freeman Creek
GoodHardin County, Kentucky · 200 SE of JCT Ky 1357 · Structure no. 047B00139N
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,176
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31W over Freeman Creek is a steel culvert carrying US-31W over Freeman Creek in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 16,176 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,176 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 over Freeman Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31W 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-31W over Freeman Creek carry?
About 16,176 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-31W over Freeman Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US-31W over Freeman Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.