US Bridges

KY-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly

Poor

McCreary County, Kentucky · .05 MI W of JCT Ky 2278 · Structure no. 074B00006N

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
109 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,418
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly in McCreary County, Kentucky. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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.

It carries about 3,418 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,418 by 2042. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 36 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKY-1651
CrossesNS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly
Location.05 MI W of JCT Ky 2278
RouteState Highway 1651
CountyMcCreary County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.72167, -84.47139
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 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
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating101 US tons
Inventory rating60.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length109 ft (33.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,418 (2022)
Projected traffic3,418 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly 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-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly carry?

About 3,418 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly?

The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1651 over NS (cno&tp) Sys @ Whtly?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.