US Bridges

Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR

PoorPosted for load

Woodford County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI N of JCT 1681 · Structure no. 120C00027N

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,050
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR in Woodford County, Kentucky. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. 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 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesPaynes Depot RD
CrossesS Elkhorn CR
Location1.7 MI N of JCT 1681
RouteCounty Highway 1013
Coordinates38.12611, -84.63806
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating46.8 US tons
Inventory rating28.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$212,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR carry?

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

How long is Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Paynes Depot RD over S Elkhorn CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.