US Bridges

KY-74 over CSX Railroad

GoodPosted for load

Bell County, Kentucky · 1.8 MI West of JCT Ky 441 · Structure no. 007B00112N

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
587
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-74 over CSX Railroad is a steel culvert carrying KY-74 over CSX Railroad in Bell County, Kentucky. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 587 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 587 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesKY-74
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location1.8 MI West of JCT Ky 441
RouteState Highway 74
Coordinates36.61306, -83.79056
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.9 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic587 (2023)
Projected traffic587 by 2043
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-74 over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-74 over CSX Railroad 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 2024.

How much traffic does KY-74 over CSX Railroad carry?

About 587 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is KY-74 over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.9 m).

Who owns KY-74 over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.