US-68 over Little Beaver Creek
FairBarren County, Kentucky · .40 MI East of JCT Ky 685 · Structure no. 005B00032N
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,743
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Little Beaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-68 over Little Beaver Creek in Barren County, Kentucky. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 94 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.
It carries about 2,743 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,743 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-68 over Little Beaver Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is US-68 over Little Beaver 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 US-68 over Little Beaver Creek carry?
About 2,743 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Little Beaver Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns US-68 over Little Beaver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.