US-127 over Br of Carpenter Creek
FairPosted for loadLincoln County, Kentucky · Mp. 0.14 · Structure no. 069B00032N
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,705
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 over Br of Carpenter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-127 over Br of Carpenter Creek in Lincoln 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 4,705 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,705 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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-127 over Br of Carpenter Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 over Br of Carpenter 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 2024.
How much traffic does US-127 over Br of Carpenter Creek carry?
About 4,705 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-127 over Br of Carpenter Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns US-127 over Br of Carpenter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.