US-23 over George Creek
FairLawrence County, Kentucky · .80 MI S of JCT Ky 645 · Structure no. 064B00009N
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,554
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23 over George Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-23 over George Creek 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 6,554 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,554 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 268 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 George Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-23 over George 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does US-23 over George Creek carry?
About 6,554 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US-23 over George Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m) and a deck 268 ft wide.
Who owns US-23 over George Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.