US Bridges

KY-247 over Cane Run

Good

Nelson County, Kentucky · 3.3 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 84 · Structure no. 090B00043N

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
396
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-247 over Cane Run is a concrete culvert carrying KY-247 over Cane Run in Nelson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 396 vehicles a day, projected to reach 396 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-247
CrossesCane Run
Location3.3 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 84
RouteState Highway 247
CountyNelson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.60083, -85.58472
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic396 (2021)
Projected traffic396 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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-247 over Cane Run built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-247 over Cane Run 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does KY-247 over Cane Run carry?

About 396 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-247 over Cane Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-247 over Cane Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.