US Bridges

Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream

Good

Todd County, Kentucky · 2.6 Mi. North - US 68 · Structure no. 110C00036N

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2021
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,974
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream is a steel culvert carrying Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream in Todd County, Kentucky. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,974 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,974 by 2036. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMiller Valley Road
CrossesUnamed Stream
Location2.6 Mi. North - US 68
RouteCounty Highway 1024
CountyTodd County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.84778, -87.07611
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 inspectionMarch 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,974 (2016)
Projected traffic1,974 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream 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 2021.

How much traffic does Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream carry?

About 1,974 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Miller Valley Road over Unamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.