US Bridges

JC-9003 over Gibson Creek

Good

Marshall County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI Nor. of Ky 1949 UP · Structure no. 079B00072N

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,269
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

JC-9003 over Gibson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying JC-9003 over Gibson Creek in Marshall County, Kentucky. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 8,269 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,253 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesJC-9003
CrossesGibson Creek
Location1.5 MI Nor. of Ky 1949 UP
RouteInterstate 69
Coordinates36.84139, -88.41611
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionJuly 2021
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 alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,269 (2023)
Projected traffic10,253 by 2043
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 JC-9003 over Gibson Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is JC-9003 over Gibson 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does JC-9003 over Gibson Creek carry?

About 8,269 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is JC-9003 over Gibson Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns JC-9003 over Gibson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.