US Bridges

Ky 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek

FairPosted for load

Henry County, Kentucky · 3.4 MI N of Ky 146 · Structure no. 052B00046N

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
189
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 189 vehicles a day, projected to reach 189 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1606
CrossesFallen Timber Creek
Location3.4 MI N of Ky 146
RouteState Highway 1606
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.46722, -85.24722
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length41 ft (12.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic189 (2021)
Projected traffic189 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek 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 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek carry?

About 189 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1606 over Fallen Timber Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.