US Bridges

KY-2759 over Ogden Branch

FairPosted for load

Knott County, Kentucky · .78 MI NE of JCT Ky 550 · Structure no. 060B00064N

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
59 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,040
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-2759 over Ogden Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying KY-2759 over Ogden Branch in Knott County, Kentucky. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,040 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,040 by 2035. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-2759
CrossesOgden Branch
Location.78 MI NE of JCT Ky 550
RouteState Highway 2759
CountyKnott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.34, -83.00472
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.6 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,040 (2015)
Projected traffic1,040 by 2035
Trucks0%
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$155,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-2759 over Ogden Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-2759 over Ogden Branch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does KY-2759 over Ogden Branch carry?

About 1,040 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is KY-2759 over Ogden Branch?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns KY-2759 over Ogden Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.