US Bridges

Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset Creek

Fair

Nicholas County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI E of Ky 57 · Structure no. 091C00030N

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
362
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset Creek in Nicholas County, Kentucky. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 362 vehicles a day, projected to reach 362 by 2029. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUpper Sharpsburg R
CrossesE.Fk Somerset Creek
Location1.5 MI E of Ky 57
RouteCounty Highway 1115
CountyNicholas County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.23472, -83.95167
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic362 (2009)
Projected traffic362 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset Creek carry?

About 362 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Upper Sharpsburg R over E.Fk Somerset Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.