US Bridges

US-31E over Landing Run

Good

Nelson County, Kentucky · 1.3 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 247 · Structure no. 090B00046N

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,306
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-31E over Landing Run is a concrete culvert carrying US-31E over Landing Run in Nelson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 5,306 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,306 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 km).

CarriesUS-31E
CrossesLanding Run
Location1.3 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 247
RouteU.S. Route 31
Coordinates37.72806, -85.5275
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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating87.1 US tons
Inventory rating52.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,306 (2022)
Projected traffic5,306 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed15.5 mi (25 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-31E over Landing Run built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-31E over Landing Run 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 2024.

How much traffic does US-31E over Landing Run carry?

About 5,306 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US-31E over Landing Run?

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

Who owns US-31E over Landing Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.