US Bridges

Baker RD over Trib-Glenns Creek

GoodPosted for load

Washington County, Kentucky · .1 Mi.N.-Cr 5014 Glens Ck · Structure no. 115C00055N

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Baker RD over Trib-Glenns Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Baker RD over Trib-Glenns Creek in Washington 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2030. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBaker RD
CrossesTrib-Glenns Creek
Location.1 Mi.N.-Cr 5014 Glens Ck
RouteCounty Highway 1017
Coordinates37.81111, -85.06639
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12 (2010)
Projected traffic12 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Baker RD over Trib-Glenns Creek built?

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

What condition is Baker RD over Trib-Glenns 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Baker RD over Trib-Glenns Creek carry?

About 12 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Baker RD over Trib-Glenns Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Baker RD over Trib-Glenns Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.