US Bridges

KY-749 over Hickory Nut Creek

PoorPosted for load

Anderson County, Kentucky · 2.4 MI West of JCT Ky 513 · Structure no. 003B00048N

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
211
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-749 over Hickory Nut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-749 over Hickory Nut 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 211 vehicles a day, projected to reach 211 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-749
CrossesHickory Nut Creek
Location2.4 MI West of JCT Ky 513
RouteState Highway 749
CountyAnderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.96139, -84.93139
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic211 (2021)
Projected traffic211 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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-749 over Hickory Nut Creek built?

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

What condition is KY-749 over Hickory Nut 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-749 over Hickory Nut Creek carry?

About 211 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-749 over Hickory Nut Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).

Who owns KY-749 over Hickory Nut Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.