US Bridges

Ky 1442 over Lickskillet Creek

Fair

Bullitt County, Kentucky · 0.45 MI E of Ky 480 · Structure no. 015B00097N

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,089
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1442 over Lickskillet Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1442 over Lickskillet Creek in Bullitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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.

It carries about 1,089 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,089 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1442
CrossesLickskillet Creek
Location0.45 MI E of Ky 480
RouteState Highway 1442
CountyBullitt County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.98361, -85.65361
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,089 (2023)
Projected traffic1,089 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 1442 over Lickskillet Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1442 over Lickskillet 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 Ky 1442 over Lickskillet Creek carry?

About 1,089 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 1442 over Lickskillet Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1442 over Lickskillet Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.