KY-78 over Horse Cave Branch
FairCasey County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI E of JCT Ky 243 · Structure no. 023B00043N
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 533
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-78 over Horse Cave Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-78 over Horse Cave Branch in Casey County, Kentucky. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 533 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 533 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-78 over Horse Cave Branch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-78 over Horse Cave 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does KY-78 over Horse Cave Branch carry?
About 533 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is KY-78 over Horse Cave Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns KY-78 over Horse Cave Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.