KY-1638 over Doe Run
GoodMeade County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI East of JCT Ky 448 · Structure no. 082B00013N
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,955
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-1638 over Doe Run is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1638 over Doe Run in Meade County, Kentucky. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,955 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,955 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-1638 over Doe Run built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-1638 over Doe Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2023.
How much traffic does KY-1638 over Doe Run carry?
About 7,955 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is KY-1638 over Doe Run?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns KY-1638 over Doe Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.