US Bridges

KY-214 over Pruitt Branch

FairPosted for load

Cumberland County, Kentucky · 2.3 MI West of JCT Ky 61 · Structure no. 029B00040N

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
59
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-214 over Pruitt Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-214 over Pruitt Branch in Cumberland County, Kentucky. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 59 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-214
CrossesPruitt Branch
Location2.3 MI West of JCT Ky 61
RouteState Highway 214
CountyCumberland County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.64389, -85.41583
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59 (2020)
Projected traffic59 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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-214 over Pruitt Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-214 over Pruitt Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does KY-214 over Pruitt Branch carry?

About 59 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is KY-214 over Pruitt Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns KY-214 over Pruitt Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.