US Bridges

KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek

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McCracken County, Kentucky · 1.4 MI W. JCT Ky 998 · Structure no. 073B00150N

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,642
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek in McCracken County, Kentucky. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,642 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,642 by 2042. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-3520(OLD US 60)
CrossesMassac Creek
Location1.4 MI W. JCT Ky 998
RouteState Highway 3520
CountyMcCracken County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.06583, -88.72333
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.2 US tons
Inventory rating51.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,642 (2022)
Projected traffic3,642 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek carry?

About 3,642 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns KY-3520(OLD US 60) over Massac Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.