US Bridges

KY-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck.

GoodPosted for load

Carter County, Kentucky · .815 N of Jct. US 60 · Structure no. 022B00159N

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,982
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying KY-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck. in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,982 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,982 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-3297
CrossesTrib. of Lo.Stinson Ck.
Location.815 N of Jct. US 60
RouteState Highway 3297
CountyCarter County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.3375, -82.91306
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,982 (2021)
Projected traffic2,982 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck. built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does KY-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck. carry?

About 2,982 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck.?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns KY-3297 over Trib. of Lo.Stinson Ck.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.