US Bridges

Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch

FairPosted for load

Pike County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI NW of JCT Ky 195 · Structure no. 098C00054N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
300
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2026. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWolfpit Branch RD
CrossesWolfpit Branch
Location1.5 MI NW of JCT Ky 195
RouteCounty Highway 1232
CountyPike County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.35639, -82.44583
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic300 (2006)
Projected traffic300 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$66,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch carry?

About 300 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Wolfpit Branch RD over Wolfpit Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.