US Bridges

KY-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Kentucky · EB Ext Rmp B @ K1974 Ntrc · Structure no. 034B00045N

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
59,750
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 59,750 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,920 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-4
CrossesBr of West Hickman Creek
LocationEB Ext Rmp B @ K1974 Ntrc
RouteState Highway 4
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.99028, -84.49528
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59,750 (2019)
Projected traffic66,920 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek 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-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek carry?

About 59,750 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is KY-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns KY-4 over Br of West Hickman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.