US Bridges

Barbour LN over Little Goose Creek

PoorPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI N of Ky 22 · Structure no. 056C00005N

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,868
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Barbour LN over Little Goose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Barbour LN over Little Goose Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 2,868 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,868 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesBarbour LN
CrossesLittle Goose Creek
Location1.5 MI N of Ky 22
RouteCounty Highway 1008
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.31389, -85.61472
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,868 (2023)
Projected traffic2,868 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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 Barbour LN over Little Goose Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Barbour LN over Little Goose 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Barbour LN over Little Goose Creek carry?

About 2,868 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Barbour LN over Little Goose Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Barbour LN over Little Goose Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.