US Bridges

US-150 over Tributary of Dix River

Good

Lincoln County, Kentucky · 8.3 MI East of US 27 · Structure no. 069B00094N

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,892
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-150 over Tributary of Dix River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-150 over Tributary of Dix River in Lincoln County, Kentucky. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,892 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,892 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long and 152 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-150
CrossesTributary of Dix River
Location8.3 MI East of US 27
RouteU.S. Route 150
Coordinates37.4775, -84.52861
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width152 ft (46.3 m)
Roadway width150 ft (45.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,892 (2021)
Projected traffic5,892 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-150 over Tributary of Dix River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-150 over Tributary of Dix River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2022.

How much traffic does US-150 over Tributary of Dix River carry?

About 5,892 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US-150 over Tributary of Dix River?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 152 ft wide.

Who owns US-150 over Tributary of Dix River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.