US Bridges

Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn Creek

FairPosted for load

Woodford County, Kentucky · .85 MI N of JCT Ky 1681 · Structure no. 120C00004N

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
144 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,050
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn Creek in Woodford County, Kentucky. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,050 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,050 by 2031. The structure is 144 ft (44 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPaynes Depot RD
CrossesSouth Elkhorn Creek
Location.85 MI N of JCT Ky 1681
RouteCounty Highway 1013
CountyWoodford County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.11611, -84.64306
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30.2 US tons
Inventory rating18.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length144 ft (44 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,050 (2011)
Projected traffic1,050 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn Creek carry?

About 1,050 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn Creek?

The structure is 144 ft (44 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Paynes Depot RD over South Elkhorn Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.