US Bridges

Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br.

Good

Taylor County, Kentucky · .82 MI N.W. of JCT Ky 744 · Structure no. 109C00033N

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,623
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br. is a concrete culvert carrying Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br. in Taylor County, Kentucky. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older 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 2,623 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,675 by 2026. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesWayne RD
CrossesFalling Timber Br.
Location.82 MI N.W. of JCT Ky 744
RouteCounty Highway 1400
Coordinates37.39278, -85.43611
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,623 (2006)
Projected traffic3,675 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br. built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br. 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br. carry?

About 2,623 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br.?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Wayne RD over Falling Timber Br.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.