Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer Creek
FairMercer County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI N of JCT W/U.S.127 · Structure no. 084B00042N
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,565
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer Creek in Mercer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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.
It carries about 9,565 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,565 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer Creek carry?
About 9,565 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns Harrodsburg Bypass over Pioneer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.