US-68 over Shaker Creek
FairMercer County, Kentucky · 1 MI W of JCT Ky 33 · Structure no. 084B00035N
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,055
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Shaker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-68 over Shaker Creek in Mercer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 2,055 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,055 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Shaker Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Shaker 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does US-68 over Shaker Creek carry?
About 2,055 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Shaker Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.4 m).
Who owns US-68 over Shaker Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.