US Bridges

Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs Creek

Fair

Monroe County, Kentucky · .25 MI S of Metcalfe C L · Structure no. 086C00028N

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,843
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs Creek in Monroe County, Kentucky. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 2,843 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,468 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesEdmonton RD
CrossesBr of Skaggs Creek
Location.25 MI S of Metcalfe C L
RouteCounty Highway 1411
CountyMonroe County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.83361, -85.68139
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,843 (2013)
Projected traffic3,468 by 2033
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 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 Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs 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 2023.

How much traffic does Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs Creek carry?

About 2,843 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Edmonton RD over Br of Skaggs Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.