US Bridges

Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen Creek

FairPosted for load

Kenton County, Kentucky · .25 MI N JCT Ky 1303 · Structure no. 059B00020N

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,800
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen Creek in Kenton County, Kentucky. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 18,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22,936 by 2030. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).

Location

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CarriesOld Turkeyfoot RD
CrossesBullock Pen Creek
Location.25 MI N JCT Ky 1303
RouteCity Street 5115
CountyKenton County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.99417, -84.5875
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating18.1 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,800 (2010)
Projected traffic22,936 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.2 mi (158 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen Creek carry?

About 18,800 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Old Turkeyfoot RD over Bullock Pen Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.