US Bridges

KY-136 over Br of Barnett Creek

Fair

Ohio County, Kentucky · 2.0 MI East of Daviess Cl · Structure no. 092B00086N

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
951
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-136 over Br of Barnett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-136 over Br of Barnett Creek in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 951 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 951 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-136
CrossesBr of Barnett Creek
Location2.0 MI East of Daviess Cl
RouteState Highway 136
CountyOhio County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.50667, -87.03889
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.5 US tons
Inventory rating32.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic951 (2021)
Projected traffic951 by 2041
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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-136 over Br of Barnett Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-136 over Br of Barnett 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 2024.

How much traffic does KY-136 over Br of Barnett Creek carry?

About 951 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is KY-136 over Br of Barnett Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns KY-136 over Br of Barnett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.