US Bridges

AU-9005 over Eutopia RD

Fair

Henderson County, Kentucky · 1 MI E of Ky 416 Ntrchnge · Structure no. 051B00070N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,930
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

AU-9005 over Eutopia RD is a concrete culvert carrying AU-9005 over Eutopia RD in Henderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 9,930 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,930 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesAU-9005
CrossesEutopia RD
Location1 MI E of Ky 416 Ntrchnge
RouteState Highway 9005
CountyHenderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.75361, -87.37417
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width130 ft (39.6 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,930 (2019)
Projected traffic9,930 by 2039
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$70,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was AU-9005 over Eutopia RD built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is AU-9005 over Eutopia RD in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does AU-9005 over Eutopia RD carry?

About 9,930 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is AU-9005 over Eutopia RD?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.

Who owns AU-9005 over Eutopia RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.