US Bridges

Western Kentucky P over Lewis Creek

Fair

Ohio County, Kentucky · Wbl 1MI E of Ky 1245 E-Op · Structure no. 092B00134L

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,176
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Western Kentucky P over Lewis Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Western Kentucky P over Lewis Creek in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5 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 4,176 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,176 by 2041. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWestern Kentucky P
CrossesLewis Creek
LocationWbl 1MI E of Ky 1245 E-Op
RouteState Highway 9001
CountyOhio County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.34972, -86.92528
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.1 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,176 (2021)
Projected traffic4,176 by 2041
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 Western Kentucky P over Lewis Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Western Kentucky P over Lewis 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Western Kentucky P over Lewis Creek carry?

About 4,176 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is Western Kentucky P over Lewis Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Western Kentucky P over Lewis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.