US Bridges

Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson Creek

FairPosted for load

Magoffin County, Kentucky · .42MI Johnsn RD Frm KY134 · Structure no. 077C00069N

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
39
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson Creek in Magoffin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger 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 6 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 39 vehicles a day, projected to reach 39 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesStamper Branch RD
CrossesLeft Fork Johnson Creek
Location.42MI Johnsn RD Frm KY134
RouteCounty Highway 1350
CountyMagoffin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.73833, -83.2025
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39 (2012)
Projected traffic39 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson Creek built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson Creek carry?

About 39 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Stamper Branch RD over Left Fork Johnson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.