For the Buckner Lane Bridge Replacement project in 2023, Bacon Farmer Workman (BFW) provided a plethora of services in order to replace the 30’ concrete bridge over Crooked Creek. The replacement is To replace the bridge, add to Paducah’s stormwater management, and prevent environmental issues such as erosion on the banks of the structure, BFW designed a new 3-span concrete bridge replacement to AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications (KYTC Standard Specifications for construction) which includes:
- 32’-5” feet wide and 80’-1¼” end to end new bridge
- 36” single slope barriers
- Realigned and armored with rip-rap
To ensure minimal impact on the environment, BFW ensured all permits and clearances were properly submitted and obtained such as:
- Aquatic ecosystem analysis
- Terrestrial ecosystem analysis
- Wetland and stream delineation
- Compliance with Section 7 of Endangered Species Act (ESA)
In addition, field surveys were performed to assess resources and potential impacts to aid in the planning, designs, and construction of the bridge; 15 federally listed species were identified that had the potential to occur within the project area. Therefore, BFW consulted with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) occurred to address any potential habitat. Through permitting conditions, the project received both the KDOW 401 permit as well as the USACE Nationwide Permit 13 and 14. BFW is proud to assist Paducah in improving their stormwater management plan which aided in allowing more flow through capacity for Crooked Creek while keeping environmental concerns in mind.
