Edward T Breathitt over Drakes Creek
FairHopkins County, Kentucky · Nbl 1.2 M N of Christn Cl · Structure no. 054B00014L
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 157 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,281
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Edward T Breathitt over Drakes Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward T Breathitt over Drakes Creek in Hopkins County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 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 5,281 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,281 by 2042. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Edward T Breathitt over Drakes Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Edward T Breathitt over Drakes 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 April 2021.
How much traffic does Edward T Breathitt over Drakes Creek carry?
About 5,281 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is Edward T Breathitt over Drakes Creek?
The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Edward T Breathitt over Drakes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.