US Bridges

US-68 over Stony Creek

Fair

Nicholas County, Kentucky · .3 MI Ne-Ne/Jct Ky 1244 · Structure no. 091B00026N

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,276
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-68 over Stony Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-68 over Stony Creek in Nicholas 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 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 4,276 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,276 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-68
CrossesStony Creek
Location.3 MI Ne-Ne/Jct Ky 1244
RouteU.S. Route 68
Coordinates38.41333, -84.00639
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating110 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,276 (2023)
Projected traffic4,276 by 2043
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-68 over Stony Creek built?

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

What condition is US-68 over Stony 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US-68 over Stony Creek carry?

About 4,276 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US-68 over Stony Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m).

Who owns US-68 over Stony Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.