Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek
GoodMetcalfe County, Kentucky · 5.4 MI N of JCT W/ Ky 90 · Structure no. 085B00061N
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,927
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek in Metcalfe County, Kentucky. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,927 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,927 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek carry?
About 1,927 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).
Who owns Ky 163 over Black Rock Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.