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KY-306 over Otter Creek

FairPosted for load

Floyd County, Kentucky · .13 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 122 · Structure no. 036B00009N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
91 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,559
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-306 over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-306 over Otter Creek in Floyd County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,559 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,559 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-306
CrossesOtter Creek
Location.13 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 122
RouteState Highway 306
CountyFloyd County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.35333, -82.71667
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,559 (2022)
Projected traffic1,559 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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-306 over Otter Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-306 over Otter 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does KY-306 over Otter Creek carry?

About 1,559 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-306 over Otter Creek?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns KY-306 over Otter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.