US Bridges

Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System

FairPosted for load

Pulaski County, Kentucky · .8 MI NW of Mccreary Cl · Structure no. 100C00013N

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Frame
Steel Continuous
Length
186 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System is a steel continuous frame carrying Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System in Pulaski County, Kentucky. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2039. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesShelton Ck Forest
CrossesNS (cno&tp) System
Location.8 MI NW of Mccreary Cl
RouteFederal Lands Road 857
CountyPulaski County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.89028, -84.54
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.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15.3 US tons
Inventory rating11.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length186 ft (56.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2019)
Projected traffic10 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$553,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System 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 Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System?

The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Shelton Ck Forest over NS (cno&tp) System?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.