US Bridges

Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch

PoorPosted for load

Nelson County, Kentucky · 1.3 Mi. E of JCT Ky 605 · Structure no. 090C00001N

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
376
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch in Nelson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 376 vehicles a day, projected to reach 376 by 2030. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesWoodlawn RD
CrossesRiddle Branch
Location1.3 Mi. E of JCT Ky 605
RouteCounty Highway 1012
CountyNelson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.81111, -85.35111
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width16 ft (5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic376 (2010)
Projected traffic376 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch carry?

About 376 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Woodlawn RD over Riddle Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.