US Bridges

Ky 202 over Flag Run

FairPosted for load

Henry County, Kentucky · 5.1 MI N of US 421 · Structure no. 052B00011N

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
829
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 202 over Flag Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 202 over Flag Run in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 829 vehicles a day, projected to reach 829 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 202
CrossesFlag Run
Location5.1 MI N of US 421
RouteState Highway 202
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.48056, -85.09639
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic829 (2023)
Projected traffic829 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 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 202 over Flag Run built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 202 over Flag Run 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 202 over Flag Run carry?

About 829 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 202 over Flag Run?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 202 over Flag Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.