US Bridges

KY-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork

FairPosted for load

Carter County, Kentucky · 2.3 MI E of JCT Ky 1626 · Structure no. 022B00119N

Built
1944
81 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
744
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork is a concrete culvert carrying KY-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 744 vehicles a day, projected to reach 744 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-174
CrossesBranch of Soldier Fork
Location2.3 MI E of JCT Ky 1626
RouteState Highway 174
CountyCarter County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.25917, -83.255
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating49.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic744 (2023)
Projected traffic744 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork built?

It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does KY-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork carry?

About 744 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns KY-174 over Branch of Soldier Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.