US Bridges

KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek

PoorPosted for load

Fulton County, Kentucky · .46 MI East of JCT US 51B · Structure no. 038B00070N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,809
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek in Fulton County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5,809 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,809 by 2039. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-116
CrossesHarris Fork Creek
Location.46 MI East of JCT US 51B
RouteState Highway 116
CountyFulton County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.50278, -88.87778
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.8 US tons
Inventory rating17.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.6 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,809 (2019)
Projected traffic5,809 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$184,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek carry?

About 5,809 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns KY-116 over Harris Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.