US Bridges

KY-1661 over Pope Hollow Branch

Fair

Carter County, Kentucky · .70 MI S.W. of N-Jct Ky 7 · Structure no. 022B00016N

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
457
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1661 over Pope Hollow Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1661 over Pope Hollow Branch in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 5 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 457 vehicles a day, projected to reach 457 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1661
CrossesPope Hollow Branch
Location.70 MI S.W. of N-Jct Ky 7
RouteState Highway 1661
CountyCarter County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.30833, -82.97
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.6 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 traffic457 (2022)
Projected traffic457 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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-1661 over Pope Hollow Branch built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1661 over Pope Hollow 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does KY-1661 over Pope Hollow Branch carry?

About 457 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-1661 over Pope Hollow Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-1661 over Pope Hollow Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.