US Bridges

Ky 1927 over Hickmen Creek

Good

Fayette County, Kentucky · 1.05M E of Manowar Blv · Structure no. 034B00175N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,549
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1927 over Hickmen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1927 over Hickmen Creek in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 12,549 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,549 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesKy 1927
CrossesHickmen Creek
Location1.05M E of Manowar Blv
RouteState Highway 1927
Coordinates37.99862, -84.40799
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,549 (2021)
Projected traffic12,549 by 2041
Trucks5%
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 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 1927 over Hickmen Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1927 over Hickmen 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 1927 over Hickmen Creek carry?

About 12,549 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1927 over Hickmen Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns Ky 1927 over Hickmen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.