US Bridges

Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek

PoorPosted for load

Mercer County, Kentucky · 0.2 MI N of JCT Ky 1160 · Structure no. 084C00050N

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek in Mercer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

CarriesHenry Robinson RD
CrossesBrush Creek
Location0.2 MI N of JCT Ky 1160
RouteCounty Highway 1327
Coordinates37.88083, -85.00111
Functional classRural Local

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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating27 US tons
Inventory rating16.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.2 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26 (2022)
Projected traffic26 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek carry?

About 26 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.2 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Henry Robinson RD over Brush Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.