KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch
GoodLewis County, Kentucky · 3.2 MI East of Fleming Cl · Structure no. 068B00017N
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 415
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch in Lewis County, Kentucky. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 415 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 415 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2022.
How much traffic does KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch carry?
About 415 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns KY-344 over Mud Lick Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.