US Bridges

Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork

FairPosted for load

Hardin County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI W of JCT Ky 447 · Structure no. 047B00005N

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,601
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 2,601 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,601 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1500
CrossesBrushy Fork
Location1.5 MI W of JCT Ky 447
RouteState Highway 1500
CountyHardin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.80917, -85.95139
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating29.9 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,601 (2022)
Projected traffic2,601 by 2042
Trucks5%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork carry?

About 2,601 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1500 over Brushy Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.