US Bridges

Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn

Fair

Lincoln County, Kentucky · 1 MI E of JCT CR 1384 · Structure no. 069B00061N

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
658
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn in Lincoln County, Kentucky. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 658 vehicles a day, projected to reach 658 by 2043. The structure is 152 ft (46.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 198
CrossesNS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn
Location1 MI E of JCT CR 1384
RouteState Highway 198
CountyLincoln County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.4525, -84.75917
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.6 US tons
Inventory rating40.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.4 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic658 (2023)
Projected traffic658 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn carry?

About 658 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn?

The structure is 152 ft (46.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 198 over NS (cno&tp) System-Mcknn?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.