US Bridges

KY-100 over German Creek

FairPosted for load

Cumberland County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI W JCT Ky 90 · Structure no. 029B00058N

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
351
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-100 over German Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-100 over German Creek in Cumberland County, Kentucky. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 351 vehicles a day, projected to reach 351 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-100
CrossesGerman Creek
Location1.2 MI W JCT Ky 90
RouteState Highway 100
CountyCumberland County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.81694, -85.47278
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic351 (2019)
Projected traffic351 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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-100 over German Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-100 over German 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does KY-100 over German Creek carry?

About 351 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is KY-100 over German Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-100 over German Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.