KY-190 over Wheeler Creek
GoodBell County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI S of JCT Ky 1595 · Structure no. 007B00034N
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 348
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-190 over Wheeler Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-190 over Wheeler Creek in Bell 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 348 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 348 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-190 over Wheeler Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-190 over Wheeler Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2022.
How much traffic does KY-190 over Wheeler Creek carry?
About 348 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is KY-190 over Wheeler Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns KY-190 over Wheeler Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.