US Bridges

Ky 573 over Drennon Creek

Fair

Henry County, Kentucky · 2.45 MI W of Ky 22 · Structure no. 052B00058N

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
149 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
507
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 573 over Drennon Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 573 over Drennon Creek in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 507 vehicles a day, projected to reach 507 by 2043. The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 573
CrossesDrennon Creek
Location2.45 MI W of Ky 22
RouteState Highway 573
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.40722, -85.11639
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length149 ft (45.5 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic507 (2023)
Projected traffic507 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Ky 573 over Drennon Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 573 over Drennon Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 573 over Drennon Creek carry?

About 507 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 573 over Drennon Creek?

The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 573 over Drennon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.