US Bridges

KY-149 over Hector Creek

FairPosted for load

Clay County, Kentucky · 2.2 MI S.W. of JCT Ky 66 · Structure no. 026B00042N

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
161
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-149 over Hector Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-149 over Hector Creek in Clay County, Kentucky. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 161 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 161 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesKY-149
CrossesHector Creek
Location2.2 MI S.W. of JCT Ky 66
RouteState Highway 149
CountyClay County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.18167, -83.63361
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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 spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic161 (2022)
Projected traffic161 by 2042
Trucks8%
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 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-149 over Hector Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-149 over Hector 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does KY-149 over Hector Creek carry?

About 161 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is KY-149 over Hector Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns KY-149 over Hector Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.