US Bridges

KY-57 over Stingy Branch

Fair

Fleming County, Kentucky · 2.1 MI NE of JCT Ky 11BUS · Structure no. 035B00006N

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,105
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-57 over Stingy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-57 over Stingy Branch in Fleming County, Kentucky. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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.

It carries about 2,105 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,105 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-57
CrossesStingy Branch
Location2.1 MI NE of JCT Ky 11BUS
RouteState Highway 57
CountyFleming County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.4525, -83.69278
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,105 (2023)
Projected traffic2,105 by 2043
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 Stingy Branch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-57 over Stingy 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-57 over Stingy Branch carry?

About 2,105 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is KY-57 over Stingy Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns KY-57 over Stingy Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.