US-127 over Baughman Branch
FairLincoln County, Kentucky · 350 N. of JCT Ky 78 · Structure no. 069B00077N
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 217 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,219
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 over Baughman Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-127 over Baughman Branch in Lincoln County, Kentucky. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 6,219 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,219 by 2042. The structure is 217 ft (66 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 over Baughman Branch built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 over Baughman 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US-127 over Baughman Branch carry?
About 6,219 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US-127 over Baughman Branch?
The structure is 217 ft (66 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-127 over Baughman Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.