US-68 over Lees Creek
FairMason County, Kentucky · .30 MI S of S-Jct KY2514 · Structure no. 081B00012N
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,761
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Lees Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-68 over Lees Creek in Mason 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 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 4,761 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,761 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 215 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 Lees Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Lees 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does US-68 over Lees Creek carry?
About 4,761 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Lees Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 215 ft wide.
Who owns US-68 over Lees Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.