US Bridges

Ky 1262 over N Elkhorn Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI S of Ky 1689 · Structure no. 037B00035N

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
240 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
262
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1262 over N Elkhorn Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 1262 over N Elkhorn Creek in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 262 vehicles a day, projected to reach 262 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1262
CrossesN Elkhorn Creek
Location0.1 MI S of Ky 1689
RouteState Highway 1262
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.25361, -84.7525
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating19.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.2 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic262 (2023)
Projected traffic262 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 1262 over N Elkhorn Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1262 over N Elkhorn 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 1262 over N Elkhorn Creek carry?

About 262 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 1262 over N Elkhorn Creek?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1262 over N Elkhorn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.