US Bridges

Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard Creek

FairPosted for load

Hopkins County, Kentucky · Sbl 2.3 MI S of US 62 Ntr · Structure no. 054B00106L

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
165 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,529
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard Creek 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,529 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,529 by 2039. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 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
CrossesCrab Orchard Creek
LocationSbl 2.3 MI S of US 62 Ntr
RouteState Highway 9004
CountyHopkins County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.15861, -87.45944
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.
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length165 ft (50.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard Creek built?

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

What condition is Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard 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 2023.

How much traffic does Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard Creek carry?

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

How long is Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard Creek?

The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Edward T Breathitt over Crab Orchard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.