US Bridges

Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr

FairPosted for load

Lincoln County, Kentucky · .993 MI W of JCT Ky 39 · Structure no. 069C00054N

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
249
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr is a steel culvert carrying Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr in Lincoln County, Kentucky. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 5 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 249 vehicles a day, projected to reach 249 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPreachersville RD
CrossesBr to Dix Rvr
Location.993 MI W of JCT Ky 39
RouteCounty Highway 1037
CountyLincoln County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.52722, -84.55056
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic249 (2019)
Projected traffic249 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr 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 2024.

How much traffic does Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr carry?

About 249 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Preachersville RD over Br to Dix Rvr?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.