US Bridges

KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek

FairPosted for load

Ballard County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 310 · Structure no. 004B00040N

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
190 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
343
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek in Ballard County, Kentucky. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 343 vehicles a day, projected to reach 343 by 2041. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1105
CrossesHumphrey Creek
Location1.7 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 310
RouteState Highway 1105
CountyBallard County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.11667, -89.045
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic343 (2021)
Projected traffic343 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek carry?

About 343 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1105 over Humphrey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.