US Bridges

Ky 163 over Skaggs Creek

Good

Monroe County, Kentucky · 0.75 MI S. of Ky 678 · Structure no. 086B00058N

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
454 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,696
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 163 over Skaggs Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 163 over Skaggs Creek in Monroe County, Kentucky. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 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 3,696 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,696 by 2043. The structure is 454 ft (138.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 163
CrossesSkaggs Creek
Location0.75 MI S. of Ky 678
RouteState Highway 163
CountyMonroe County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.80444, -85.6875
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating108.1 US tons
Inventory rating64.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length454 ft (138.4 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,696 (2023)
Projected traffic3,696 by 2043
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 163 over Skaggs Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 163 over Skaggs 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does Ky 163 over Skaggs Creek carry?

About 3,696 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Ky 163 over Skaggs Creek?

The structure is 454 ft (138.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 163 over Skaggs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.