US Bridges

KY-429 over Shepherds Run Branch

Fair

Marion County, Kentucky · .6 MI S of Washington Cl · Structure no. 078B00050N

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
906
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-429 over Shepherds Run Branch is a masonry culvert carrying KY-429 over Shepherds Run Branch in Marion County, Kentucky. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 906 vehicles a day, projected to reach 906 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.3 mi (15 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-429
CrossesShepherds Run Branch
Location.6 MI S of Washington Cl
RouteState Highway 429
CountyMarion County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.63556, -85.29528
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic906 (2023)
Projected traffic906 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.3 mi (15 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-429 over Shepherds Run Branch built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-429 over Shepherds Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does KY-429 over Shepherds Run Branch carry?

About 906 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-429 over Shepherds Run Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-429 over Shepherds Run Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.