US Bridges

Sexton RD over Br of Shaker Creek

Fair

Mercer County, Kentucky · 0.01 Mi.North of U.S.68 · Structure no. 084C00002N

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
134
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sexton RD over Br of Shaker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sexton RD over Br of Shaker Creek in Mercer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 134 vehicles a day, projected to reach 134 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).

Location

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CarriesSexton RD
CrossesBr of Shaker Creek
Location0.01 Mi.North of U.S.68
RouteCounty Highway 1007
CountyMercer County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.80944, -84.77
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic134 (2022)
Projected traffic134 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed10.6 mi (17 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Sexton RD over Br of Shaker Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sexton RD over Br of Shaker 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Sexton RD over Br of Shaker Creek carry?

About 134 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Sexton RD over Br of Shaker Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns Sexton RD over Br of Shaker Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.