KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek
PoorPosted for loadBreathitt County, Kentucky · .02 MI East of JCT Ky 540 · Structure no. 013B00008N
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 73 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 199
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek in Breathitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 199 vehicles a day, projected to reach 199 by 2042. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek carry?
About 199 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek?
The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns KY-1812 over Cope Fk of Frozen Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.