US Bridges

US-27 over Br of Grays Run

Good

Harrison County, Kentucky · N @s-Jct Ky 32 · Structure no. 049B00023N

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,893
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-27 over Br of Grays Run is a concrete culvert carrying US-27 over Br of Grays Run in Harrison County, Kentucky. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 11,893 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,893 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesUS-27
CrossesBr of Grays Run
LocationN @s-Jct Ky 32
RouteU.S. Route 27
Coordinates38.37722, -84.31194
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,893 (2021)
Projected traffic11,893 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-27 over Br of Grays Run built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-27 over Br of Grays Run 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US-27 over Br of Grays Run carry?

About 11,893 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-27 over Br of Grays Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US-27 over Br of Grays Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.