US Bridges

Ky 1124 over Watson Creek

Good

Graves County, Kentucky · 1.27 MI West JCT Ky 80 · Structure no. 042B00302N

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1124 over Watson Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ky 1124 over Watson Creek in Graves County, Kentucky. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1124
CrossesWatson Creek
Location1.27 MI West JCT Ky 80
RouteState Highway 1124
CountyGraves County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.68917, -88.48667
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.8 US tons
Inventory rating55.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2022)
Projected traffic100 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 1124 over Watson Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1124 over Watson Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 1124 over Watson Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ky 1124 over Watson Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1124 over Watson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.