US Bridges

Ky 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch

Fair

Henry County, Kentucky · 2.1 MI N of Ky 561 · Structure no. 052B00077N

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
83
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 6 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 83 vehicles a day, projected to reach 83 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 389
CrossesTrib to Woodcocks Branch
Location2.1 MI N of Ky 561
RouteState Highway 389
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.39083, -84.96056
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic83 (2021)
Projected traffic83 by 2041
Trucks0%
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 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 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch 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 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch carry?

About 83 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 389 over Trib to Woodcocks Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.