Howard DR over Catrons Creek
GoodPosted for loadHarlan County, Kentucky · 150 West of Ky 72 · Structure no. 048C00187N
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howard DR over Catrons Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Howard DR over Catrons Creek in Harlan County, Kentucky. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2026. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Howard DR over Catrons Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howard DR over Catrons 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Howard DR over Catrons Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Howard DR over Catrons Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Howard DR over Catrons Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.