US Bridges

KY-2257 over Brushy Fork Creek

FairPosted for load

Barren County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI East of JCT Ky 839 · Structure no. 005B00009N

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,708
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-2257 over Brushy Fork Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-2257 over Brushy Fork Creek in Barren County, Kentucky. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 97 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 5 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 4,708 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,708 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-2257
CrossesBrushy Fork Creek
Location1.2 MI East of JCT Ky 839
RouteState Highway 2257
CountyBarren County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.91194, -85.785
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.2 US tons
Inventory rating39.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,708 (2019)
Projected traffic4,708 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-2257 over Brushy Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is KY-2257 over Brushy Fork 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does KY-2257 over Brushy Fork Creek carry?

About 4,708 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is KY-2257 over Brushy Fork Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns KY-2257 over Brushy Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.