US Bridges

KY-11 over Bull Creek

GoodPosted for load

Knox County, Kentucky · 3.7 MI NE of N-Jct KY1304 · Structure no. 061B00018N

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,790
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-11 over Bull Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-11 over Bull Creek in Knox County, Kentucky. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,790 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,790 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-11
CrossesBull Creek
Location3.7 MI NE of N-Jct KY1304
RouteState Highway 11
CountyKnox County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.99028, -83.83167
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic1,790 (2023)
Projected traffic1,790 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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-11 over Bull Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-11 over Bull 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does KY-11 over Bull Creek carry?

About 1,790 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is KY-11 over Bull Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-11 over Bull Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.