US-68 over Bear Creek
FairMarshall County, Kentucky · .40 MI N.W. of JCT Ky 962 · Structure no. 079B00024N
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,773
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-68 over Bear Creek in Marshall County, Kentucky. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 4,773 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,773 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US-68 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Bear 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US-68 over Bear Creek carry?
About 4,773 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US-68 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.