US Bridges

Ky 146 over Bartlett Fork

Fair

Henry County, Kentucky · 0.35 MI E of Ky 1606 · Structure no. 052B00027N

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,229
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 146 over Bartlett Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 146 over Bartlett Fork in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 3,229 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,229 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 146
CrossesBartlett Fork
Location0.35 MI E of Ky 1606
RouteState Highway 146
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.43333, -85.20361
Functional classRural Major 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,229 (2021)
Projected traffic3,229 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 146 over Bartlett Fork built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 146 over Bartlett Fork 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 146 over Bartlett Fork carry?

About 3,229 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ky 146 over Bartlett Fork?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 146 over Bartlett Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.