US Bridges

US-231 over Cherry Fork Branch

Good

Warren County, Kentucky · 3.8 Mi. N of Natcher Pkwy · Structure no. 114B00069N

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,399
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-231 over Cherry Fork Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US-231 over Cherry Fork Branch in Warren County, Kentucky. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 2,399 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,399 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS-231
CrossesCherry Fork Branch
Location3.8 Mi. N of Natcher Pkwy
RouteU.S. Route 231
Coordinates37.02194, -86.55667
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.4 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,399 (2023)
Projected traffic2,399 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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-231 over Cherry Fork Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-231 over Cherry Fork 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does US-231 over Cherry Fork Branch carry?

About 2,399 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-231 over Cherry Fork Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns US-231 over Cherry Fork Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.