US Bridges

US 60 over Branch of Casey Creek

Good

Union County, Kentucky · 2.3 MI E of JCT Ky 760 · Structure no. 113B00112N

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
64 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,011
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 over Branch of Casey Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying US 60 over Branch of Casey Creek in Union County, Kentucky. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,011 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,011 by 2043. The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 60
CrossesBranch of Casey Creek
Location2.3 MI E of JCT Ky 760
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyUnion County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.71972, -87.76972
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating69.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length64 ft (19.4 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,011 (2023)
Projected traffic6,011 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US 60 over Branch of Casey Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 over Branch of Casey 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 60 over Branch of Casey Creek carry?

About 6,011 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 60 over Branch of Casey Creek?

The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns US 60 over Branch of Casey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.