US Bridges

KY-1006 over Sampson Branch

Fair

Laurel County, Kentucky · 0.7 MI S. of Ky 192 · Structure no. 063B00116N

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,596
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1006 over Sampson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1006 over Sampson Branch in Laurel County, Kentucky. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 6 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 5,596 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,596 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1006
CrossesSampson Branch
Location0.7 MI S. of Ky 192
RouteState Highway 1006
CountyLaurel County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.10333, -84.09472
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 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 traffic5,596 (2021)
Projected traffic5,596 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 KY-1006 over Sampson Branch built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1006 over Sampson Branch 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 2022.

How much traffic does KY-1006 over Sampson Branch carry?

About 5,596 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-1006 over Sampson Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-1006 over Sampson Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.