US Bridges

KY-1414 over Hedges Run

PoorPosted for load

Ohio County, Kentucky · 2.5 MI S of JCT Ky 1738 · Structure no. 092B00123N

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

About this bridge

KY-1414 over Hedges Run is a steel culvert carrying KY-1414 over Hedges 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 242 vehicles a day, projected to reach 242 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1414
CrossesHedges Run
Location2.5 MI S of JCT Ky 1738
RouteState Highway 1414
CountyOhio County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.57056, -86.85833
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 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 Hedges Run built?

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

What condition is KY-1414 over Hedges Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

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

About 242 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-1414 over Hedges Run?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1414 over Hedges Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.