KY-1879 over Laysons Branch
GoodBourbon County, Kentucky · 1.4 MI N of JCT US 68 · Structure no. 009B00055N
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,058
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-1879 over Laysons Branch is a steel culvert carrying KY-1879 over Laysons Branch in Bourbon County, Kentucky. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 1,058 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,058 by 2043. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-1879 over Laysons Branch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-1879 over Laysons Branch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does KY-1879 over Laysons Branch carry?
About 1,058 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is KY-1879 over Laysons Branch?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns KY-1879 over Laysons Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.