US Bridges

KY-175 over Thompson Creek

Fair

Muhlenberg County, Kentucky · .01 MI Nor. of W Ky Pw Op · Structure no. 089B00137N

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,576
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-175 over Thompson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-175 over Thompson Creek in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 1,576 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,576 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-175
CrossesThompson Creek
Location.01 MI Nor. of W Ky Pw Op
RouteState Highway 175
CountyMuhlenberg County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.23472, -87.27444
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic1,576 (2023)
Projected traffic1,576 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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-175 over Thompson Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-175 over Thompson 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 2023.

How much traffic does KY-175 over Thompson Creek carry?

About 1,576 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-175 over Thompson Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-175 over Thompson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.