US Bridges

KY-1588 over Trib of Mud River

GoodPosted for load

Logan County, Kentucky · 0.8 MI E JCT Ky 79 · Structure no. 071B00084N

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
458
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1588 over Trib of Mud River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying KY-1588 over Trib of Mud River in Logan County, Kentucky. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 458 vehicles a day, projected to reach 458 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesKY-1588
CrossesTrib of Mud River
Location0.8 MI E JCT Ky 79
RouteState Highway 1588
Coordinates36.87861, -86.83806
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic458 (2022)
Projected traffic458 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-1588 over Trib of Mud River built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1588 over Trib of Mud River 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1588 over Trib of Mud River carry?

About 458 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-1588 over Trib of Mud River?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1588 over Trib of Mud River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.