US Bridges

Vanderburg Lisman over Slover Creek

Fair

Webster County, Kentucky · 1.25 MI E - US 41A · Structure no. 117C00058N

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
305
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vanderburg Lisman over Slover Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vanderburg Lisman over Slover 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 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 305 vehicles a day, projected to reach 305 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 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
CrossesSlover Creek
Location1.25 MI E - US 41A
RouteCounty Highway 1146
CountyWebster County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.48083, -87.68167
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 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 Slover Creek built?

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

What condition is Vanderburg Lisman over Slover Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Vanderburg Lisman over Slover Creek carry?

About 305 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Vanderburg Lisman over Slover Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Vanderburg Lisman over Slover Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.