US Bridges

Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kentucky · 0.85 MI W of Ky 1665 · Structure no. 037B00027N

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
826
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson Creek in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 826 vehicles a day, projected to reach 826 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1005
CrossesN Fk N Benson Creek
Location0.85 MI W of Ky 1665
RouteState Highway 1005
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.21306, -84.97194
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating57.4 US tons
Inventory rating34.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic826 (2022)
Projected traffic826 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$88,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson Creek carry?

About 826 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1005 over N Fk N Benson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.