US Bridges

Edward T Breathitt over Plsnt Run CR

Fair

Hopkins County, Kentucky · Sbl .1 MI S of US 62 Ntr · Structure no. 054B00099L

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2021
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
275 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,529
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edward T Breathitt over Plsnt Run CR is a concrete tee beam carrying Edward T Breathitt over Plsnt Run CR in Hopkins County, Kentucky. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 6,529 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,529 by 2039. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesEdward T Breathitt
CrossesPlsnt Run CR
LocationSbl .1 MI S of US 62 Ntr
RouteState Highway 9004
CountyHopkins County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.18917, -87.44306
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating72 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,529 (2019)
Projected traffic6,529 by 2039
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Edward T Breathitt over Plsnt Run CR built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edward T Breathitt over Plsnt Run CR 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 Plsnt Run CR carry?

About 6,529 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is Edward T Breathitt over Plsnt Run CR?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Edward T Breathitt over Plsnt Run CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.