US Bridges

KY-184 over Stephens Creek

FairPosted for load

Gallatin County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI Sou. of JCT US 42 · Structure no. 039B00022N

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
174
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-184 over Stephens Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-184 over Stephens Creek in Gallatin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 174 vehicles a day, projected to reach 174 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-184
CrossesStephens Creek
Location1.2 MI Sou. of JCT US 42
RouteState Highway 184
CountyGallatin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.7525, -84.97278
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic174 (2022)
Projected traffic174 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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-184 over Stephens Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-184 over Stephens 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 2023.

How much traffic does KY-184 over Stephens Creek carry?

About 174 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-184 over Stephens Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns KY-184 over Stephens Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.