US Bridges

KY-69 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Ohio County, Kentucky · 2.6 MI West of JCT Ky 878 · Structure no. 092B00017N

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,229
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-69 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-69 over Drainage Ditch in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 2,229 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,229 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-69
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location2.6 MI West of JCT Ky 878
RouteState Highway 69
CountyOhio County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.52167, -86.80972
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic2,229 (2023)
Projected traffic2,229 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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-69 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-69 over Drainage Ditch 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does KY-69 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 2,229 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is KY-69 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-69 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.