US Bridges

KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek

GoodPosted for load

Breathitt County, Kentucky · 3.7 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 30 · Structure no. 013B00052N

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek in Breathitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1114
CrossesShort Fk of Turkey Creek
Location3.7 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 30
RouteState Highway 1114
CountyBreathitt County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.44556, -83.51389
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2023)
Projected traffic55 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-1114 over Short Fk of Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.