US Bridges

KY-172 over Rush Branch

Fair

Morgan County, Kentucky · 1.1 MI West of JCT Ky 650 · Structure no. 088B00009N

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,119
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-172 over Rush Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-172 over Rush Branch in Morgan County, Kentucky. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 2,119 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,119 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-172
CrossesRush Branch
Location1.1 MI West of JCT Ky 650
RouteState Highway 172
CountyMorgan County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.96472, -83.20083
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,119 (2023)
Projected traffic2,119 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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-172 over Rush Branch built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-172 over Rush 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does KY-172 over Rush Branch carry?

About 2,119 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is KY-172 over Rush Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-172 over Rush Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.