KY-214 over Murphy Branch
FairMonroe County, Kentucky · .20 MI East of JCT Ky 953 · Structure no. 086B00010N
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 128
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-214 over Murphy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-214 over Murphy Branch in Monroe 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 128 vehicles a day, projected to reach 128 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-214 over Murphy Branch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-214 over Murphy Branch 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does KY-214 over Murphy Branch carry?
About 128 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is KY-214 over Murphy Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns KY-214 over Murphy Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.