KY-15 over Red Oak Branch
GoodKnott County, Kentucky · .50 MI E of JCT Ky 1088 · Structure no. 060B00057N
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,778
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-15 over Red Oak Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-15 over Red Oak Branch in Knott County, Kentucky. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 4,778 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,778 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-15 over Red Oak Branch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-15 over Red Oak Branch 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 2021.
How much traffic does KY-15 over Red Oak Branch carry?
About 4,778 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is KY-15 over Red Oak Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns KY-15 over Red Oak Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.