KY-160 over Looney Creek
GoodHarlan County, Kentucky · 6.2 Mi. SE JCT US 119 · Structure no. 048B00154N
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 211
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-160 over Looney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-160 over Looney Creek in Harlan County, Kentucky. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 211 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 211 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-160 over Looney Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-160 over Looney 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does KY-160 over Looney Creek carry?
About 211 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is KY-160 over Looney Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns KY-160 over Looney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.