US Bridges

KY-1501 over Waymans Br.

FairPosted for load

Kenton County, Kentucky · .30 MI East of JCT Ky 17 · Structure no. 059B00022N

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,953
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1501 over Waymans Br. is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1501 over Waymans Br. in Kenton County, Kentucky. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 7,953 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,953 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1501
CrossesWaymans Br.
Location.30 MI East of JCT Ky 17
RouteState Highway 1501
CountyKenton County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.99111, -84.5275
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 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 inspectionOctober 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
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,953 (2019)
Projected traffic7,953 by 2039
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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-1501 over Waymans Br. built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1501 over Waymans Br. 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 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1501 over Waymans Br. carry?

About 7,953 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is KY-1501 over Waymans Br.?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-1501 over Waymans Br.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.