US-68 over Licking River
FairNicholas County, Kentucky · 1 MI NE of Ne-Jct Ky 1244 · Structure no. 091B00027N
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 525 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,276
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Licking River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-68 over Licking River 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 5 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 525 ft (160 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-68 over Licking River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Licking River 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 Licking River carry?
About 4,276 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Licking River?
The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-68 over Licking River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.