US Bridges

Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome Creek

PoorPosted for load

Knott County, Kentucky · 0.5 MI SW JCT Ky 550/3392 · Structure no. 060C00041N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
99 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome Creek in Knott County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2030. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesWalkers Branch RD
CrossesTroublesome Creek
Location0.5 MI SW JCT Ky 550/3392
RouteCounty Highway 1251
CountyKnott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.33056, -83.04
Functional classRural Local

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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating30.2 US tons
Inventory rating18.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length99 ft (30.2 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2010)
Projected traffic55 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome Creek carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome Creek?

The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Walkers Branch RD over Troublesome Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.