US Bridges

Ky 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Kentucky · .3 MI N of JCT Ky 859 · Structure no. 034B00020N

Built
1943
82 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,232
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 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 5 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 4,232 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,232 by 2043. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 57
CrossesBr of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree
Location.3 MI N of JCT Ky 859
RouteState Highway 57
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.07056, -84.32222
Functional classRural Major 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,232 (2023)
Projected traffic4,232 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree 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 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree carry?

About 4,232 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ky 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 57 over Br of No.Fk.Elkhorn Cree?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.