KY-1987 over Salt River
GoodMercer County, Kentucky · .75 MI West of JCT US 127 · Structure no. 084B00018N
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 585
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-1987 over Salt River is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-1987 over Salt River in Mercer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 585 vehicles a day, projected to reach 585 by 2043. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-1987 over Salt River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-1987 over Salt River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does KY-1987 over Salt River carry?
About 585 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is KY-1987 over Salt River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns KY-1987 over Salt River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.