US Bridges

KY-85 over Unnamed Branch

Fair

McLean County, Kentucky · .70 MI West of JCT Ky 81 · Structure no. 075B00029N

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,339
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-85 over Unnamed Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-85 over Unnamed Branch in McLean County, Kentucky. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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.

It carries about 1,339 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,339 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-85
CrossesUnnamed Branch
Location.70 MI West of JCT Ky 81
RouteState Highway 85
CountyMcLean County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.39972, -87.27222
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.9 US tons
Inventory rating38.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,339 (2020)
Projected traffic1,339 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28.6 mi (46 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-85 over Unnamed Branch built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-85 over Unnamed Branch 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does KY-85 over Unnamed Branch carry?

About 1,339 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is KY-85 over Unnamed Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns KY-85 over Unnamed Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.