US Bridges

LN-9008 over Irvin Branch

Fair

Russell County, Kentucky · 1.3 MI East of Ky 76 Op · Structure no. 104B00030N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,264
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

LN-9008 over Irvin Branch is a concrete culvert carrying LN-9008 over Irvin Branch in Russell County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 8,264 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,264 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesLN-9008
CrossesIrvin Branch
Location1.3 MI East of Ky 76 Op
RouteState Highway 9008
Coordinates37.07333, -84.96611
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,264 (2023)
Projected traffic8,264 by 2043
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was LN-9008 over Irvin Branch built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is LN-9008 over Irvin 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does LN-9008 over Irvin Branch carry?

About 8,264 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is LN-9008 over Irvin Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns LN-9008 over Irvin Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.