US Bridges

Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson Creek

FairPosted for load

Pendleton County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI N of JCT Ky 1054 · Structure no. 096C00042N

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
71
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson Creek is a concrete slab carrying Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson Creek in Pendleton County, Kentucky. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 71 vehicles a day, projected to reach 91 by 2026. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesMorgan Four Oaks R
CrossesJohnson Creek
Location1.7 MI N of JCT Ky 1054
RouteCounty Highway 1232
CountyPendleton County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.61639, -84.37639
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
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic71 (2006)
Projected traffic91 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson Creek carry?

About 71 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Morgan Four Oaks R over Johnson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.