US Bridges

Ky 2053 over Cedar Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.5 MI E of Ky 864 · Structure no. 056B00080N

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,568
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 2053 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 2053 over Cedar Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,568 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,568 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 2053
CrossesCedar Creek
Location0.5 MI E of Ky 864
RouteState Highway 2053
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.07917, -85.61583
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating92.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,568 (2023)
Projected traffic2,568 by 2043
Trucks6%
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 2053 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 2053 over Cedar 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does Ky 2053 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 2,568 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ky 2053 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Ky 2053 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.