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KY-1110 over Lick Branch

FairPosted for load

Breathitt County, Kentucky · 4.2 MI N of JCT Ky 1933 · Structure no. 013B00038N

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,160
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1110 over Lick Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1110 over Lick Branch in Breathitt 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 1,160 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,160 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1110
CrossesLick Branch
Location4.2 MI N of JCT Ky 1933
RouteState Highway 1110
CountyBreathitt County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.43944, -83.38444
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,160 (2022)
Projected traffic1,160 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-1110 over Lick Branch built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1110 over Lick Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does KY-1110 over Lick Branch carry?

About 1,160 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-1110 over Lick Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1110 over Lick Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.