US-127 over Allens Creek
FairCasey County, Kentucky · 1.4 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 501 · Structure no. 023B00019N
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,454
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 over Allens Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-127 over Allens Creek in Casey County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 4,454 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,454 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 over Allens Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 over Allens 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 Allens Creek carry?
About 4,454 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-127 over Allens Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns US-127 over Allens Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.