KY-8 over Sycamore Creek
FairLewis County, Kentucky · .25 MI East of JCT Ky 57 · Structure no. 068B00001N
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 89
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-8 over Sycamore Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-8 over Sycamore Creek in Lewis County, Kentucky. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 89 vehicles a day, projected to reach 89 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-8 over Sycamore Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-8 over Sycamore 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 February 2022.
How much traffic does KY-8 over Sycamore Creek carry?
About 89 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is KY-8 over Sycamore Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m).
Who owns KY-8 over Sycamore Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.