US Bridges

KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River

PoorPosted for load

Marshall County, Kentucky · .17 MI East of Graves Cl · Structure no. 079B00034N

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,278
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River is a concrete culvert carrying KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River in Marshall County, Kentucky. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,278 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,278 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-58
CrossesBranch of Clarks River
Location.17 MI East of Graves Cl
RouteState Highway 58
CountyMarshall County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.77444, -88.4825
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating33.3 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic1,278 (2023)
Projected traffic1,278 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed15.5 mi (25 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River carry?

About 1,278 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-58 over Branch of Clarks River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.