US Bridges

KY-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork

Fair

Ohio County, Kentucky · .2 MI E of E-Jct Ky 69 · Structure no. 092B00137N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,066
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork is a concrete culvert carrying KY-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 3,066 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,066 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-54
CrossesBr of W Fk Adams Fork
Location.2 MI E of E-Jct Ky 69
RouteState Highway 54
CountyOhio County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.63444, -86.71472
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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,066 (2021)
Projected traffic3,066 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork 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-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork carry?

About 3,066 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is KY-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns KY-54 over Br of W Fk Adams Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.