US Bridges

KY-1247 over Neals Creek

FairPosted for load

Lincoln County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI SE of Nn-Jct US 27 · Structure no. 069B00014N

Built
1922
103 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
727
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1247 over Neals Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-1247 over Neals Creek in Lincoln County, Kentucky. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 727 vehicles a day, projected to reach 727 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 23 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKY-1247
CrossesNeals Creek
Location1.7 MI SE of Nn-Jct US 27
RouteState Highway 1247
CountyLincoln County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.50139, -84.63333
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.4 US tons
Inventory rating23.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic727 (2023)
Projected traffic727 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$65,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-1247 over Neals Creek built?

It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1247 over Neals 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does KY-1247 over Neals Creek carry?

About 727 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-1247 over Neals Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1247 over Neals Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.