US Bridges

Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick Creek

FairPosted for load

Metcalfe County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI W of Plsnt Grv Ch · Structure no. 085C00035N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick Creek in Metcalfe County, Kentucky. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2036. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMartin Pruitt RD
CrossesClay Lick Creek
Location1.0 MI W of Plsnt Grv Ch
RouteCounty Highway 1207
CountyMetcalfe County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.94361, -85.66694
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating22 US tons
Inventory rating13.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2016)
Projected traffic150 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick 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 Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick Creek carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Martin Pruitt RD over Clay Lick Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.