US Bridges

Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br

Good

Morgan County, Kentucky · 0.5 MI W of Magoffin Line · Structure no. 088B00104L

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
383 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,239
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br in Morgan County, Kentucky. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,239 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,239 by 2035. The structure is 383 ft (116.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 9009
CrossesWheelrim RD & Prater Br
Location0.5 MI W of Magoffin Line
RouteState Highway 9009
CountyMorgan County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.74472, -83.24472
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating53.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length383 ft (116.6 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,239 (2015)
Projected traffic2,239 by 2035
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br carry?

About 2,239 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br?

The structure is 383 ft (116.6 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 9009 over Wheelrim RD & Prater Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.