US Bridges

Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek

Poor

Henry County, Kentucky · 340 Ft E of Ky 3320 · Structure no. 052B00032N

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,116
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 3,116 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,116 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 146
CrossesTrib to Harrods Creek
Location340 Ft E of Ky 3320
RouteState Highway 146
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.44583, -85.31639
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,116 (2019)
Projected traffic3,116 by 2039
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek carry?

About 3,116 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 146 over Trib to Harrods Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.