US Bridges

Ky 1357 over Trib of Rhudes Creek

Good

Hardin County, Kentucky · 2.8 MI E of JCT Ky 1375 · Structure no. 047B00184N

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,048
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1357 over Trib of Rhudes Creek is a steel culvert carrying Ky 1357 over Trib of Rhudes Creek in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 2,048 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,048 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 27 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKy 1357
CrossesTrib of Rhudes Creek
Location2.8 MI E of JCT Ky 1375
RouteState Highway 1357
CountyHardin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.69833, -85.96722
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,048 (2021)
Projected traffic2,048 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 1357 over Trib of Rhudes Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1357 over Trib of Rhudes 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 2022.

How much traffic does Ky 1357 over Trib of Rhudes Creek carry?

About 2,048 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 1357 over Trib of Rhudes Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1357 over Trib of Rhudes Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.