US Bridges

KY-272 over Unnamed Stream

Good

Christian County, Kentucky · 2.8 MI W JCT Ky 164 · Structure no. 024B00160N

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,347
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-272 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying KY-272 over Unnamed Stream in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,347 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,347 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-272
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location2.8 MI W JCT Ky 164
RouteState Highway 272
CountyChristian County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.84278, -87.6075
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.2 US tons
Inventory rating57.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.3 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,347 (2018)
Projected traffic1,347 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-272 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-272 over Unnamed Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-272 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 1,347 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is KY-272 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns KY-272 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.