US Bridges

Ky 876 over Ball Branch

Good

Madison County, Kentucky · 1.6 MI East of JCT Ky 595 · Structure no. 076B00114N

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,007
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 876 over Ball Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 876 over Ball Branch in Madison County, Kentucky. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,007 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,007 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 876
CrossesBall Branch
Location1.6 MI East of JCT Ky 595
RouteState Highway 876
CountyMadison County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.71333, -84.40722
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,007 (2022)
Projected traffic1,007 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 876 over Ball Branch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 876 over Ball Branch 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 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 876 over Ball Branch carry?

About 1,007 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ky 876 over Ball Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Ky 876 over Ball Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.