US-421 over Simms Branch
FairLeslie County, Kentucky · .50 MI SE of JCT Ky 2058 · Structure no. 066B00011N
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,107
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-421 over Simms Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-421 over Simms Branch in Leslie County, Kentucky. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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 1,107 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,107 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 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-421 over Simms Branch built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-421 over Simms 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US-421 over Simms Branch carry?
About 1,107 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US-421 over Simms Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-421 over Simms Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.