US Bridges

US-150 over Slough Beech Fork

Good

Nelson County, Kentucky · .20 MI W of Washington Cl · Structure no. 090B00027N

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,268
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-150 over Slough Beech Fork is a concrete culvert carrying US-150 over Slough Beech Fork in Nelson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 68 years old, older 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 9,268 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,268 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesUS-150
CrossesSlough Beech Fork
Location.20 MI W of Washington Cl
RouteU.S. Route 150
Coordinates37.76306, -85.34833
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,268 (2021)
Projected traffic9,268 by 2041
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-150 over Slough Beech Fork built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is US-150 over Slough Beech Fork 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US-150 over Slough Beech Fork carry?

About 9,268 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-150 over Slough Beech Fork?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US-150 over Slough Beech Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.