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KY-1700 over Panther Creek

FairPosted for load

Hancock County, Kentucky · 1.6 Mi.N.Jct Ky 2124 · Structure no. 046B00022N

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
110
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1700 over Panther Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1700 over Panther Creek in Hancock County, Kentucky. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 110 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1700
CrossesPanther Creek
Location1.6 Mi.N.Jct Ky 2124
RouteState Highway 1700
CountyHancock County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.72944, -86.67528
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 inspectionJanuary 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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic110 (2021)
Projected traffic110 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 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-1700 over Panther Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1700 over Panther 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1700 over Panther Creek carry?

About 110 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-1700 over Panther Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1700 over Panther Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.