US Bridges

Ky 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kentucky · 500 Ft E of Ky 420 · Structure no. 037B00074N

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Segmental Box Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
841 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,909
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263 is a prestressed concrete continuous segmental box girder carrying Ky 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263 in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 17,909 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,909 by 2041. The structure is 841 ft (256.2 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesKy 676 (e-W Conn)
CrossesKentucky River & Ky 1263
Location500 Ft E of Ky 420
RouteState Highway 676
Coordinates38.17139, -84.87472
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating18.2 US tons
Inventory rating8.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSegmental Box Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length841 ft (256.2 m)
Longest span323 ft (98.5 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.3 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,909 (2021)
Projected traffic17,909 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263 built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263 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 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263 carry?

About 17,909 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ky 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263?

The structure is 841 ft (256.2 m) long with a longest span of 323 ft (98.5 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 676 (e-W Conn) over Kentucky River & Ky 1263?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.