US Bridges

Ky 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run

Fair

Franklin County, Kentucky · 300 Ft N of Ky 676 · Structure no. 037B00073N

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,462
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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.

It carries about 3,462 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,462 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long and 301 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 420 & Ky 1263
CrossesCedar Run
Location300 Ft N of Ky 676
RouteState Highway 420
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.17117, -84.87658
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width301 ft (91.6 m)
Roadway width101 ft (30.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,462 (2021)
Projected traffic3,462 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run 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 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run carry?

About 3,462 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ky 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 301 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 420 & Ky 1263 over Cedar Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.