US Bridges

KY-57 over Indian Run Creek

Fair

Lewis County, Kentucky · 2.35 MI Ne. of JCT Ky 10 · Structure no. 068B00040N

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,082
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-57 over Indian Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-57 over Indian Run Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 1,082 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,082 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-57
CrossesIndian Run Creek
Location2.35 MI Ne. of JCT Ky 10
RouteState Highway 57
CountyLewis County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.58472, -83.55056
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,082 (2021)
Projected traffic1,082 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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-57 over Indian Run Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-57 over Indian Run 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 2024.

How much traffic does KY-57 over Indian Run Creek carry?

About 1,082 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-57 over Indian Run Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns KY-57 over Indian Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.