US Bridges

KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee

Good

Montgomery County, Kentucky · 100 S of N JCT Ky 11 · Structure no. 087B00029N

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
909
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee is a concrete culvert carrying KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee in Montgomery County, Kentucky. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 909 vehicles a day, projected to reach 909 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesKY-646
CrossesLulbegrud CR @levee
Location100 S of N JCT Ky 11
RouteState Highway 646
Coordinates37.96972, -83.93611
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic909 (2020)
Projected traffic909 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee 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 2021.

How much traffic does KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee carry?

About 909 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns KY-646 over Lulbegrud CR @levee?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.