US Bridges

KY-1986 over Dreaming Creek

Fair

Madison County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI N of JCT Ky 388 · Structure no. 076B00067N

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,076
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1986 over Dreaming Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1986 over Dreaming Creek in Madison County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 3,076 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,076 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1986
CrossesDreaming Creek
Location1.2 MI N of JCT Ky 388
RouteState Highway 1986
CountyMadison County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.7825, -84.26694
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,076 (2023)
Projected traffic3,076 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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-1986 over Dreaming Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1986 over Dreaming 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-1986 over Dreaming Creek carry?

About 3,076 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-1986 over Dreaming Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-1986 over Dreaming Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.