US Bridges

Nicholas ST over Unknown Creek

Good

Hardin County, Kentucky · 1 Mile West of US 31W · Structure no. 047C00082N

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,022
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nicholas ST over Unknown Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nicholas ST over Unknown Creek in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 1,022 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,022 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesNicholas ST
CrossesUnknown Creek
Location1 Mile West of US 31W
RouteCity Street 1389
Coordinates37.68306, -85.87083
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,022 (2019)
Projected traffic1,022 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nicholas ST over Unknown Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nicholas ST over Unknown 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Nicholas ST over Unknown Creek carry?

About 1,022 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Nicholas ST over Unknown Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Nicholas ST over Unknown Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.