US Bridges

US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk

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Pike County, Kentucky · 0.2 MI S JCT Ky 805 · Structure no. 098B00243N

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
801 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
5,310
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 5,310 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,310 by 2040. The structure is 801 ft (244.1 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-23
CrossesKY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk
Location0.2 MI S JCT Ky 805
RouteU.S. Route 23
CountyPike County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.27806, -82.58111
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.8 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length801 ft (244.1 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,310 (2020)
Projected traffic5,310 by 2040
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$8.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk carry?

About 5,310 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk?

The structure is 801 ft (244.1 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns US-23 over KY-610/DORTON/SHELBY Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.