US Bridges

KY-1973 over Cane Run Creek

Good

Fayette County, Kentucky · .50 MI S of I-75 Ntrch · Structure no. 034B00110N

Built
1978
47 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,439
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1973 over Cane Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1973 over Cane Run Creek in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 47 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,439 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,439 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesKY-1973
CrossesCane Run Creek
Location.50 MI S of I-75 Ntrch
RouteState Highway 1973
Coordinates38.14361, -84.51944
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,439 (2022)
Projected traffic5,439 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
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-1973 over Cane Run Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is KY-1973 over Cane Run Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1973 over Cane Run Creek carry?

About 5,439 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is KY-1973 over Cane Run Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns KY-1973 over Cane Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.