US Bridges

Ky 681 over Buchanan Creek

Good

Fleming County, Kentucky · 0.9 MI NW of Ky 32 · Structure no. 035B00108N

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
96
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 681 over Buchanan Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ky 681 over Buchanan Creek in Fleming County, Kentucky. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 96 vehicles a day, projected to reach 96 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 681
CrossesBuchanan Creek
Location0.9 MI NW of Ky 32
RouteState Highway 681
CountyFleming County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.41194, -83.91333
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating47.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic96 (2021)
Projected traffic96 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 681 over Buchanan Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 681 over Buchanan 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 681 over Buchanan Creek carry?

About 96 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 681 over Buchanan Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Ky 681 over Buchanan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.