US Bridges

KY-36 over Mud Lick Creek

FairPosted for load

Bath County, Kentucky · 2.6 MI NW of JCT Ky 211 · Structure no. 006B00019N

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,353
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-36 over Mud Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-36 over Mud Lick Creek in Bath County, Kentucky. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 1,353 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,353 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-36
CrossesMud Lick Creek
Location2.6 MI NW of JCT Ky 211
RouteState Highway 36
CountyBath County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.06056, -83.66972
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,353 (2023)
Projected traffic1,353 by 2043
Trucks9%
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-36 over Mud Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-36 over Mud Lick 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-36 over Mud Lick Creek carry?

About 1,353 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is KY-36 over Mud Lick Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-36 over Mud Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.