US-127 over Frey Creek
FairCasey County, Kentucky · .10 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 906 · Structure no. 023B00001N
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,181
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 over Frey Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US-127 over Frey Creek in Casey County, Kentucky. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5,181 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,181 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 over Frey Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 over Frey 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US-127 over Frey Creek carry?
About 5,181 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-127 over Frey Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US-127 over Frey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.