US Bridges

Ky 687 over Little Goose Creek

GoodPosted for load

Clay County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI West of JCT US421 · Structure no. 026B00115N

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,492
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 687 over Little Goose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 687 over Little Goose Creek in Clay County, Kentucky. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,492 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,492 by 2043. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 687
CrossesLittle Goose Creek
Location1.7 MI West of JCT US421
RouteState Highway 687
CountyClay County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.15278, -83.78833
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,492 (2023)
Projected traffic1,492 by 2043
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 687 over Little Goose Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 687 over Little Goose Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 687 over Little Goose Creek carry?

About 1,492 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 687 over Little Goose Creek?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 687 over Little Goose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.