US Bridges

Long Branch RD over Long Branch

PoorPosted for load

Lee County, Kentucky · 0.27 Mi. E. Ky 11 · Structure no. 065C00018N

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
136
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Long Branch RD over Long Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Long Branch RD over Long Branch in Lee County, Kentucky. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 136 vehicles a day, projected to reach 136 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLong Branch RD
CrossesLong Branch
Location0.27 Mi. E. Ky 11
RouteCounty Highway 1150
CountyLee County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.54917, -83.71278
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.3 US tons
Inventory rating19.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.6 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic136 (2011)
Projected traffic136 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$55,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Long Branch RD over Long Branch built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Long Branch RD over Long Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Long Branch RD over Long Branch carry?

About 136 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Long Branch RD over Long Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Long Branch RD over Long Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.