US Bridges

Ky 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk

Fair

Edmonson County, Kentucky · 2.383 MI W. JCT Ky 185 · Structure no. 031B00036N

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
122 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
51
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Ky 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk in Edmonson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 51 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2042. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 238
CrossesW. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk
Location2.383 MI W. JCT Ky 185
RouteState Highway 238
CountyEdmonson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.30056, -86.44778
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.7 US tons
Inventory rating47.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length122 ft (37.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.3 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic51 (2022)
Projected traffic51 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk carry?

About 51 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ky 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk?

The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 238 over W. Fk of Big Reeedy Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.