US Bridges

KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek

PoorPosted for load

Anderson County, Kentucky · .50 MI N of JCT Ky 44 · Structure no. 003B00041N

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
62 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
428
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek is a steel culvert carrying KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek in Anderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 428 vehicles a day, projected to reach 428 by 2041. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-395
CrossesBranch of Indian Creek
Location.50 MI N of JCT Ky 44
RouteState Highway 395
CountyAnderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.01444, -84.99583
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic428 (2021)
Projected traffic428 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek carry?

About 428 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns KY-395 over Branch of Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.