US Bridges

KY-638 over Moores Creek

FairPosted for load

Laurel County, Kentucky · 1.8 MI Nor. of JCT Db Pw · Structure no. 063B00060N

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,682
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-638 over Moores Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-638 over Moores Creek in Laurel 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 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 2,682 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,682 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-638
CrossesMoores Creek
Location1.8 MI Nor. of JCT Db Pw
RouteState Highway 638
CountyLaurel County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.1575, -84.05222
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic2,682 (2022)
Projected traffic2,682 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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-638 over Moores Creek built?

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

What condition is KY-638 over Moores 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does KY-638 over Moores Creek carry?

About 2,682 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-638 over Moores Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-638 over Moores Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.