US Bridges

KY-434 over Cedar Creek

Fair

Hardin County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI East of JCT Ky 251 · Structure no. 047B00069N

Built
1944
81 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,710
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-434 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-434 over Cedar Creek in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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.

It carries about 1,710 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,710 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesKY-434
CrossesCedar Creek
Location1.2 MI East of JCT Ky 251
RouteState Highway 434
Coordinates37.7775, -85.83611
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,710 (2022)
Projected traffic1,710 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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-434 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-434 over Cedar 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 November 2021.

How much traffic does KY-434 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 1,710 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-434 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-434 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.