KY-34 over Salt River
FairPosted for loadBoyle County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI E of JCT Ky 1822 · Structure no. 011B00011N
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,988
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-34 over Salt River is a concrete culvert carrying KY-34 over Salt River in Boyle County, Kentucky. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,988 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,988 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-34 over Salt River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-34 over Salt River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does KY-34 over Salt River carry?
About 1,988 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is KY-34 over Salt River?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns KY-34 over Salt River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.