KY-171 over Pond Creek
FairMuhlenberg County, Kentucky · .02 MI S of JCT Ky 1473 · Structure no. 089B00032N
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,069
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-171 over Pond Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-171 over Pond Creek in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 1,069 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,069 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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-171 over Pond Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-171 over Pond Creek 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does KY-171 over Pond Creek carry?
About 1,069 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is KY-171 over Pond Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns KY-171 over Pond Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.