US Bridges

KY-1552 over Wheat Creek

FairPosted for load

Casey County, Kentucky · 1.3 MI West of JCT Ky 198 · Structure no. 023B00058N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,279
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1552 over Wheat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1552 over Wheat 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,279 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,279 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1552
CrossesWheat Creek
Location1.3 MI West of JCT Ky 198
RouteState Highway 1552
CountyCasey County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.35889, -84.84361
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,279 (2022)
Projected traffic1,279 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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-1552 over Wheat Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1552 over Wheat 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 KY-1552 over Wheat Creek carry?

About 1,279 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-1552 over Wheat Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-1552 over Wheat Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.