US Bridges

KY-32 over Allison Creek

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Fleming County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI S.E. of JCT Ky 111 · Structure no. 035B00011N

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,507
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-32 over Allison Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-32 over Allison Creek in Fleming County, Kentucky. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 4,507 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,507 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-32
CrossesAllison Creek
Location1.2 MI S.E. of JCT Ky 111
RouteState Highway 32
CountyFleming County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.38833, -83.66972
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating72.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,507 (2023)
Projected traffic4,507 by 2043
Trucks13%
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 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-32 over Allison Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-32 over Allison 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-32 over Allison Creek carry?

About 4,507 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is KY-32 over Allison Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-32 over Allison Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.