US-68 over Rogers Creek
FairMetcalfe County, Kentucky · 1.4 MI W of JCT W/Ky 163 · Structure no. 085B00015N
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,925
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Rogers Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US-68 over Rogers Creek in Metcalfe County, Kentucky. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 6,925 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,925 by 2041. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-68 over Rogers Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Rogers 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US-68 over Rogers Creek carry?
About 6,925 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Rogers Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US-68 over Rogers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.