US Bridges

KY-706 over Over Rocky Branch

Fair

Elliott County, Kentucky · 3.9 MI N of Ky 32 · Structure no. 032B00034N

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
157
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-706 over Over Rocky Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-706 over Over Rocky Branch in Elliott County, Kentucky. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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.

It carries about 157 vehicles a day, projected to reach 157 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-706
CrossesOver Rocky Branch
Location3.9 MI N of Ky 32
RouteState Highway 706
CountyElliott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.10667, -83.04222
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic157 (2021)
Projected traffic157 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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-706 over Over Rocky Branch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-706 over Over Rocky 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does KY-706 over Over Rocky Branch carry?

About 157 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-706 over Over Rocky Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns KY-706 over Over Rocky Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.