US Bridges

KY-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree

Fair

Henderson County, Kentucky · .15 MI East of JCT US 41 · Structure no. 051B00047N

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
99 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,630
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree in Henderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 1,630 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,630 by 2043. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-2097
CrossesEast Fork of Graves Cree
Location.15 MI East of JCT US 41
RouteState Highway 2097
CountyHenderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.64944, -87.52167
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating40.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length99 ft (30.2 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.5 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,630 (2023)
Projected traffic1,630 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does KY-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree carry?

About 1,630 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree?

The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns KY-2097 over East Fork of Graves Cree?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.