US Bridges

US-150 over Parker Run

Fair

Washington County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI East of Nelson Cl · Structure no. 115B00021N

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,268
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-150 over Parker Run is a concrete culvert carrying US-150 over Parker Run in Washington County, Kentucky. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 9,268 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,268 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS-150
CrossesParker Run
Location1.7 MI East of Nelson Cl
RouteU.S. Route 150
Coordinates37.75889, -85.31333
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,268 (2021)
Projected traffic9,268 by 2041
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-150 over Parker Run built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-150 over Parker Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2021.

How much traffic does US-150 over Parker Run carry?

About 9,268 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-150 over Parker Run?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns US-150 over Parker Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.