US Bridges

Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick Creek

FairPosted for load

Lincoln County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI N JCT HWY 3246 · Structure no. 069C00076N

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
304
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick Creek in Lincoln County, Kentucky. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 304 vehicles a day, projected to reach 304 by 2039. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesHarmons Lick RD
CrossesHarmons Lick Creek
Location1.2 MI N JCT HWY 3246
RouteCounty Highway 1030
CountyLincoln County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.50667, -84.49361
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating24.3 US tons
Inventory rating14.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.2 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic304 (2019)
Projected traffic304 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$64,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick Creek carry?

About 304 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Harmons Lick RD over Harmons Lick Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.