KY-139 over Canada Creek
FairCaldwell County, Kentucky · 2.5 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 91 · Structure no. 017B00002N
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,085
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-139 over Canada Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-139 over Canada Creek in Caldwell County, Kentucky. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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.
It carries about 1,085 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,085 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-139 over Canada Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-139 over Canada 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does KY-139 over Canada Creek carry?
About 1,085 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is KY-139 over Canada Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns KY-139 over Canada Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.