US Bridges

Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek

Good

Todd County, Kentucky · 8.5 Mi.E.Christian CO Lne · Structure no. 110B00042L

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
302 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,522
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek in Todd County, Kentucky. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,522 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,522 by 2043. The structure is 302 ft (92.2 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesRussellville RD Nc
CrossesTrib-Elk Fork Creek
Location8.5 Mi.E.Christian CO Lne
RouteU.S. Route 68
Coordinates36.82472, -87.15444
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95.6 US tons
Inventory rating57.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length302 ft (92.2 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,522 (2023)
Projected traffic2,522 by 2043
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek carry?

About 2,522 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek?

The structure is 302 ft (92.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Russellville RD Nc over Trib-Elk Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.