KY-55 over Cedar Creek
GoodAdair County, Kentucky · .95 MI Sou.Of JCT Ky 900 · Structure no. 001B00015N
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 741
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-55 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-55 over Cedar Creek in Adair County, Kentucky. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 741 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 741 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-55 over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-55 over Cedar Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does KY-55 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 741 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is KY-55 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns KY-55 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.