US Bridges

Ky 1707 over Pleasant Branch

Fair

Franklin County, Kentucky · 1.35 MI N of Ky 1262 · Structure no. 037B00088N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
69
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1707 over Pleasant Branch is a steel culvert carrying Ky 1707 over Pleasant Branch in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 69 vehicles a day, projected to reach 69 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1707
CrossesPleasant Branch
Location1.35 MI N of Ky 1262
RouteState Highway 1707
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.31556, -84.79694
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating83.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.6 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.6 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69 (2023)
Projected traffic69 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 1707 over Pleasant Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1707 over Pleasant Branch 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 1707 over Pleasant Branch carry?

About 69 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 1707 over Pleasant Branch?

The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1707 over Pleasant Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.