US Bridges

Ferris Creek RD over Charter Creek

FairPosted for load

Metcalfe County, Kentucky · 2.9 MI N of Cumberland Cl · Structure no. 085C00016N

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
66 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
153
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ferris Creek RD over Charter Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Ferris Creek RD over Charter Creek in Metcalfe County, Kentucky. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 153 vehicles a day, projected to reach 153 by 2032. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesFerris Creek RD
CrossesCharter Creek
Location2.9 MI N of Cumberland Cl
RouteCounty Highway 1127
CountyMetcalfe County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.88333, -85.56389
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic153 (2012)
Projected traffic153 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 Ferris Creek RD over Charter Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ferris Creek RD over Charter 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Ferris Creek RD over Charter Creek carry?

About 153 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Ferris Creek RD over Charter Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Ferris Creek RD over Charter Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.