Ky 70 over Bratton Creek
GoodHopkins County, Kentucky · .1 Mi. West of JCT Ky 85 · Structure no. 054B00222N
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 117 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,832
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 70 over Bratton Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 70 over Bratton Creek in Hopkins County, Kentucky. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,832 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,832 by 2043. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 70 over Bratton Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 70 over Bratton Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does Ky 70 over Bratton Creek carry?
About 4,832 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Ky 70 over Bratton Creek?
The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 70 over Bratton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.