US Bridges

KY-559 over Kinniconick Creek

PoorPosted for load

Lewis County, Kentucky · 2.0 MI S.W. of JCT Ky 344 · Structure no. 068B00063N

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
177
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-559 over Kinniconick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-559 over Kinniconick Creek in Lewis County, Kentucky. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 177 vehicles a day, projected to reach 177 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-559
CrossesKinniconick Creek
Location2.0 MI S.W. of JCT Ky 344
RouteState Highway 559
CountyLewis County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.42639, -83.51167
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating16.6 US tons
Inventory rating10 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic177 (2022)
Projected traffic177 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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-559 over Kinniconick Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-559 over Kinniconick Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does KY-559 over Kinniconick Creek carry?

About 177 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-559 over Kinniconick Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-559 over Kinniconick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.