US Bridges

KY-223 over Middle Fk Stinking Creek

FairPosted for load

Knox County, Kentucky · 3.9 MI N of E-Jct Ky 718 · Structure no. 061B00051N

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
359
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-223 over Middle Fk Stinking Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-223 over Middle Fk Stinking Creek in Knox County, Kentucky. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 359 vehicles a day, projected to reach 359 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-223
CrossesMiddle Fk Stinking Creek
Location3.9 MI N of E-Jct Ky 718
RouteState Highway 223
CountyKnox County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.93833, -83.70111
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 rating26.8 US tons
Inventory rating20.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic359 (2023)
Projected traffic359 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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-223 over Middle Fk Stinking Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-223 over Middle Fk Stinking 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-223 over Middle Fk Stinking Creek carry?

About 359 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-223 over Middle Fk Stinking Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns KY-223 over Middle Fk Stinking Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.