US Bridges

KY-84 over Pound Run Creek

Fair

Marion County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI East of Nelson Cl · Structure no. 078B00028N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
479
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-84 over Pound Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-84 over Pound Run Creek in Marion County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 479 vehicles a day, projected to reach 479 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesKY-84
CrossesPound Run Creek
Location1.2 MI East of Nelson Cl
RouteState Highway 84
Coordinates37.56556, -85.48944
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 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 traffic479 (2022)
Projected traffic479 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 KY-84 over Pound Run Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-84 over Pound Run 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 KY-84 over Pound Run Creek carry?

About 479 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-84 over Pound Run Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-84 over Pound Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.