US-68 over Buckhorn Creek
FairMarion County, Kentucky · .6 MI S of JCT Ky 289 · Structure no. 078B00073N
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,746
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Buckhorn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-68 over Buckhorn Creek in Marion County, Kentucky. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 6,746 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,746 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-68 over Buckhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Buckhorn 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US-68 over Buckhorn Creek carry?
About 6,746 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Buckhorn Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US-68 over Buckhorn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.