US Bridges

KY-223 over Road Fk Stinking Creek

Fair

Knox County, Kentucky · 2.0 MI SW of JCT Ky 2406 · Structure no. 061B00054N

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
396
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-223 over Road Fk Stinking Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-223 over Road 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.

It carries about 396 vehicles a day, projected to reach 396 by 2039. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-223
CrossesRoad Fk Stinking Creek
Location2.0 MI SW of JCT Ky 2406
RouteState Highway 223
CountyKnox County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.93083, -83.74222
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic396 (2019)
Projected traffic396 by 2039
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 Road Fk Stinking Creek built?

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

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

About 396 vehicles per day (2019 count).

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

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-223 over Road Fk Stinking Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.