US Bridges

Ky 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek

Good

Madison County, Kentucky · 0.1 Mi. West of US 25 · Structure no. 076B00117N

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,791
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek in Madison County, Kentucky. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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.

It carries about 5,791 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,791 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesKy 956 Berea Byp
CrossesBranch of Silver Creek
Location0.1 Mi. West of US 25
RouteState Highway 956
Coordinates37.59944, -84.28444
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,791 (2022)
Projected traffic5,791 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek carry?

About 5,791 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ky 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns Ky 956 Berea Byp over Branch of Silver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.