US Bridges

LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD

Fair

Metcalfe County, Kentucky · 9008 Pky @ Jack Sparks RD · Structure no. 085B00044N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,013
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD is a concrete culvert carrying LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD in Metcalfe County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 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 6,013 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,013 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesLN-9008
CrossesJack Sparks RD
Location9008 Pky @ Jack Sparks RD
RouteState Highway 9008
CountyMetcalfe County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.02722, -85.54139
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,013 (2023)
Projected traffic6,013 by 2043
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD 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 LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD carry?

About 6,013 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns LN-9008 over Jack Sparks RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.