US-23 over Toms Creek
FairJohnson County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI E of JCT Ky 1559 · Structure no. 058B00050R
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 129 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,082
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23 over Toms Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US-23 over Toms Creek in Johnson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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.
It carries about 4,082 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,082 by 2041. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-23 over Toms Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-23 over Toms 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US-23 over Toms Creek carry?
About 4,082 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US-23 over Toms Creek?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-23 over Toms Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.