US Bridges

Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief

Fair

Marshall County, Kentucky · Sbl .70 MI N of Ky 348 Tp · Structure no. 079B00075L

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
291 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
7,632
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 7,632 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,463 by 2043. The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesJulian M Carroll P
CrossesClarks River Relief
LocationSbl .70 MI N of Ky 348 Tp
RouteInterstate 69
Coordinates36.87861, -88.35917
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.7 US tons
Inventory rating29.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length291 ft (88.7 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,632 (2023)
Projected traffic9,463 by 2043
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief built?

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

What condition is Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief carry?

About 7,632 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief?

The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Julian M Carroll P over Clarks River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.