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KY-1682 over Unname Stream

FairPosted for load

Christian County, Kentucky · 2.2 MI N.E. of JCT Ky 107 · Structure no. 024B00070N

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
555
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1682 over Unname Stream is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1682 over Unname Stream in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 555 vehicles a day, projected to reach 555 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1682
CrossesUnname Stream
Location2.2 MI N.E. of JCT Ky 107
RouteState Highway 1682
CountyChristian County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.90889, -87.4175
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic555 (2023)
Projected traffic555 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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-1682 over Unname Stream built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1682 over Unname Stream 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does KY-1682 over Unname Stream carry?

About 555 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-1682 over Unname Stream?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns KY-1682 over Unname Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.