US-23 over Rhubens Branch
FairLawrence County, Kentucky · 1.8 MI N of JCT Ky 2038 · Structure no. 064B00007N
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,638
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23 over Rhubens Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-23 over Rhubens Branch in Lawrence 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 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 7,638 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,638 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-23 over Rhubens Branch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-23 over Rhubens 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US-23 over Rhubens Branch carry?
About 7,638 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-23 over Rhubens Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.
Who owns US-23 over Rhubens Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.