US Bridges

KY-594 over Campbell Branch

FairPosted for load

Estill County, Kentucky · 2.3 MI East of Madison Cl · Structure no. 033B00022N

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
298
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-594 over Campbell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-594 over Campbell Branch in Estill County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 298 vehicles a day, projected to reach 298 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-594
CrossesCampbell Branch
Location2.3 MI East of Madison Cl
RouteState Highway 594
CountyEstill County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.59389, -84.08028
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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating67.6 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic298 (2022)
Projected traffic298 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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-594 over Campbell Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-594 over Campbell 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does KY-594 over Campbell Branch carry?

About 298 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-594 over Campbell Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-594 over Campbell Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.