US Bridges

HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road

Fair

Laurel County, Kentucky · 1.1 MI E of JCT Ky 192 · Structure no. 063B00086N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,477
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road is a concrete culvert carrying HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road in Laurel County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 8,477 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,477 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesHR-9006
CrossesPaynes Branch Road
Location1.1 MI E of JCT Ky 192
RouteState Highway 9006
CountyLaurel County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.11722, -84.0225
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97.9 US tons
Inventory rating58.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,477 (2023)
Projected traffic8,477 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$75,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road carry?

About 8,477 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns HR-9006 over Paynes Branch Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.