US Bridges

HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road

Good

Perry County, Kentucky · 2.5 MI West of Ky 451 Ntr · Structure no. 097B00086N

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,196
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road is a concrete culvert carrying HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road in Perry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,196 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,196 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesHR-9006
CrossesHurricane Branch Road
Location2.5 MI West of Ky 451 Ntr
RouteState Highway 9006
Coordinates37.25611, -83.29111
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating109.6 US tons
Inventory rating65.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,196 (2023)
Projected traffic5,196 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$60,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road carry?

About 5,196 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns HR-9006 over Hurricane Branch Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.