US Bridges

KY-344 over Trotters Creek

Fair

Fleming County, Kentucky · .55 MI East of JCT Ky 57 · Structure no. 035B00008N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,027
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-344 over Trotters Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-344 over Trotters Creek in Fleming County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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.

It carries about 1,027 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,027 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-344
CrossesTrotters Creek
Location.55 MI East of JCT Ky 57
RouteState Highway 344
CountyFleming County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.48972, -83.61806
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating88.8 US tons
Inventory rating53.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,027 (2022)
Projected traffic1,027 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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-344 over Trotters Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-344 over Trotters 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-344 over Trotters Creek carry?

About 1,027 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-344 over Trotters Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns KY-344 over Trotters Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.