US-23 over Bull Creek
FairFloyd County, Kentucky · @jct KY3&KY80- Watergap · Structure no. 036B00115N
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,479
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23 over Bull Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-23 over Bull Creek in Floyd County, Kentucky. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 22,479 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,479 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-23 over Bull Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-23 over Bull 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 2021.
How much traffic does US-23 over Bull Creek carry?
About 22,479 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-23 over Bull Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns US-23 over Bull Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.