Upper River Caney over Caney Creek
FairPosted for loadBreathitt County, Kentucky · 0.25 MI S Jck 1278 · Structure no. 013C00052N
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 137
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Upper River Caney over Caney Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Upper River Caney over Caney Creek in Breathitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 137 vehicles a day, projected to reach 137 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Upper River Caney over Caney Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Upper River Caney over Caney Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Upper River Caney over Caney Creek carry?
About 137 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is Upper River Caney over Caney Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Upper River Caney over Caney Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.