KY-138 over Br of Otter Creek
FairHopkins County, Kentucky · 3.1 MI East of Pnyrl Pw · Structure no. 054B00008N
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,967
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-138 over Br of Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-138 over Br of Otter Creek in Hopkins County, Kentucky. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 6 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 1,967 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,967 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-138 over Br of Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-138 over Br of Otter 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 May 2021.
How much traffic does KY-138 over Br of Otter Creek carry?
About 1,967 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is KY-138 over Br of Otter Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns KY-138 over Br of Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.