US Bridges

KY-1414 over Bear Run

FairPosted for load

Ohio County, Kentucky · 2.3 MI N.E. of Gr Rv Pw O · Structure no. 092B00120N

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
242
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1414 over Bear Run is a steel culvert carrying KY-1414 over Bear Run in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 242 vehicles a day, projected to reach 242 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1414
CrossesBear Run
Location2.3 MI N.E. of Gr Rv Pw O
RouteState Highway 1414
CountyOhio County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.54611, -86.89333
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating33.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic242 (2023)
Projected traffic242 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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-1414 over Bear Run built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1414 over Bear Run 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 2024.

How much traffic does KY-1414 over Bear Run carry?

About 242 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-1414 over Bear Run?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1414 over Bear Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.