US Bridges

Stoney Brook DR over Fern Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 275 Ft N of Watterson TR · Structure no. 056C00201N

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,252
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stoney Brook DR over Fern Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Stoney Brook DR over Fern Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 3,252 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,252 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 110 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesStoney Brook DR
CrossesFern Creek
Location275 Ft N of Watterson TR
RouteCounty Highway 1010
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.18444, -85.59583
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,252 (2020)
Projected traffic3,252 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stoney Brook DR over Fern Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stoney Brook DR over Fern 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Stoney Brook DR over Fern Creek carry?

About 3,252 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Stoney Brook DR over Fern Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns Stoney Brook DR over Fern Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.