US Bridges

LN 9008 over Dripping Springs Road

Fair

Metcalfe County, Kentucky · 23.18 M.P. of LN-9008 · Structure no. 085B00046N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,947
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LN 9008 over Dripping Springs Road is a concrete culvert carrying LN 9008 over Dripping Springs Road 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 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 6,947 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,947 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

Location

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CarriesLN 9008
CrossesDripping Springs Road
Location23.18 M.P. of LN-9008
RouteState Highway 9008
CountyMetcalfe County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.99778, -85.73444
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
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
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic6,947 (2022)
Projected traffic6,947 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$67,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was LN 9008 over Dripping Springs Road built?

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

What condition is LN 9008 over Dripping Springs Road 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 Dripping Springs Road carry?

About 6,947 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is LN 9008 over Dripping Springs Road?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns LN 9008 over Dripping Springs Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.