US 31W over Sharps Branch
GoodSimpson County, Kentucky · 1.6 MI N of Int I-65 · Structure no. 107B00054N
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,198
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31W over Sharps Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 31W over Sharps Branch in Simpson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 12,198 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,198 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31W over Sharps Branch built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31W over Sharps 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does US 31W over Sharps Branch carry?
About 12,198 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 31W over Sharps Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns US 31W over Sharps Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.