US Bridges

Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers Creek

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Webster County, Kentucky · .65 MI E. US 41A · Structure no. 117C00057N

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
305
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers Creek in Webster County, Kentucky. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 305 vehicles a day, projected to reach 305 by 2032. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesVanderburg Lisman
CrossesFarmers Creek
Location.65 MI E. US 41A
RouteCounty Highway 1146
CountyWebster County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.4825, -87.69222
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic305 (2012)
Projected traffic305 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers 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 April 2021.

How much traffic does Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers Creek carry?

About 305 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Vanderburg Lisman over Farmers Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.