US Bridges

Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple Creek

PoorPosted for load

Henry County, Kentucky · 2.1 MI E of Ky 389 · Structure no. 052C00016N

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
200
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple Creek in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2026. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 132 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesLockport-Fallis RD
CrossesPot Ripple Creek
Location2.1 MI E of Ky 389
RouteCounty Highway 1119
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.42417, -84.93694
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width132 ft (40.2 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2006)
Projected traffic200 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple 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 Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple Creek carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 132 ft wide.

Who owns Lockport-Fallis RD over Pot Ripple Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.