US Bridges

KY-904 over Cumberland River

Fair

Whitley County, Kentucky · 0.1 Mi. E. of Ky 92 · Structure no. 118B00119N

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
408 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,038
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-904 over Cumberland River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-904 over Cumberland River in Whitley County, Kentucky. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 5 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 1,038 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,038 by 2043. The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-904
CrossesCumberland River
Location0.1 Mi. E. of Ky 92
RouteState Highway 904
CountyWhitley County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.74083, -84.10333
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating76.2 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length408 ft (124.4 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,038 (2023)
Projected traffic1,038 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 KY-904 over Cumberland River built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-904 over Cumberland River 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does KY-904 over Cumberland River carry?

About 1,038 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-904 over Cumberland River?

The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns KY-904 over Cumberland River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.