US Bridges

Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy Creek

FairPosted for load

Ohio County, Kentucky · 2.7 MI E Ky 69 · Structure no. 092C00098N

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
105
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy Creek in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 105 vehicles a day, projected to reach 111 by 2026. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesHamlin Chapel RD
CrossesN Fk Muddy Creek
Location2.7 MI E Ky 69
RouteCounty Highway 1117
Coordinates37.46667, -86.81889
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating21.7 US tons
Inventory rating13 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.6 m)
Roadway width16 ft (5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic105 (2006)
Projected traffic111 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy Creek carry?

About 105 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Hamlin Chapel RD over N Fk Muddy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.