Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek
PoorPosted for loadOldham County, Kentucky · 250 Ft W of Cliffwood DR · Structure no. 093C00019N
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 363
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek is a concrete slab carrying Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek in Oldham County, Kentucky. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 363 vehicles a day, projected to reach 506 by 2026. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek carry?
About 363 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Valley DR over Little Huckleberry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.