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KY-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek

Fair

Knox County, Kentucky · 1.1 MI S of JCT Ky 1232 · Structure no. 061B00045N

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,661
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek in Knox County, Kentucky. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,661 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,661 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-233
CrossesJohnson Hollow Creek
Location1.1 MI S of JCT Ky 1232
RouteState Highway 233
CountyKnox County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.9325, -83.99417
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,661 (2021)
Projected traffic1,661 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does KY-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek carry?

About 1,661 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-233 over Johnson Hollow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.