US-27 over Pitman Creek
FairPosted for loadPulaski County, Kentucky · .25 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 90- · Structure no. 100B00032R
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 707 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,010
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-27 over Pitman Creek is a steel continuous truss - deck carrying US-27 over Pitman Creek in Pulaski County, Kentucky. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 10,010 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,010 by 2043. The structure is 707 ft (215.5 m) long and 35 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 US-27 over Pitman Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-27 over Pitman 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US-27 over Pitman Creek carry?
About 10,010 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-27 over Pitman Creek?
The structure is 707 ft (215.5 m) long with a longest span of 300 ft (91.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US-27 over Pitman Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.