US Bridges

Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy

PoorPosted for load

Elliott County, Kentucky · 200 West of Ky 486 · Structure no. 032C00042N

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy in Elliott County, Kentucky. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

CarriesKayden LN CR 1165
CrossesLittle Fk Little Sandy
Location200 West of Ky 486
RouteCounty Highway 1165
Coordinates38.11306, -82.96111
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

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.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.8 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.4 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2024)
Projected traffic12 by 2044
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.8 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Kayden LN CR 1165 over Little Fk Little Sandy?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.