US Bridges

University Blvd. over Evans Branch

Good

Rowan County, Kentucky · 1000 N. of JCT US 60 · Structure no. 103B00098N

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
250
2012 count
Owner
State
Other State Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd. over Evans Branch is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd. over Evans Branch in Rowan County, Kentucky. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 305 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUniversity Blvd.
CrossesEvans Branch
Location1000 N. of JCT US 60
RouteState Lands Road 8100
CountyRowan County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.18889, -83.43167
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic250 (2012)
Projected traffic305 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther State Agency
Maintained byOther State Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was University Blvd. over Evans Branch built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd. over Evans Branch 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does University Blvd. over Evans Branch carry?

About 250 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is University Blvd. over Evans Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns University Blvd. over Evans Branch?

It is owned by the Other State Agency.