US Bridges

Ky 1447 over Goose Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 1.25 MI E of I-264 · Structure no. 056B00485N

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
27,762
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1447 over Goose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1447 over Goose Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 27,762 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,762 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 132 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1447
CrossesGoose Creek
Location1.25 MI E of I-264
RouteState Highway 1447
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.27556, -85.60583
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.7 m)
Deck width132 ft (40.2 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,762 (2020)
Projected traffic27,762 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 1447 over Goose Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1447 over Goose 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 1447 over Goose Creek carry?

About 27,762 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1447 over Goose Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 132 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1447 over Goose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.