Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega
FairMadison County, Kentucky · North of Bld 854 · Structure no. VB-011
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega is a concrete culvert carrying Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega in Madison County, Kentucky. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 70 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Route 1 over Spillway Lake Vega?
It is owned by the Army.