US Bridges

KY-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork

PoorPosted for load

Ohio County, Kentucky · 0.7 MI E JCT US 231 · Structure no. 092B00169N

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
672
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork in Ohio County, Kentucky. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 672 vehicles a day, projected to reach 672 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 22 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKY-2718
CrossesBranch of Threelick Fork
Location0.7 MI E JCT US 231
RouteState Highway 2718
CountyOhio County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.40167, -86.86639
Functional classUrban Local

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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating19.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.8 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic672 (2023)
Projected traffic672 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does KY-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork carry?

About 672 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns KY-2718 over Branch of Threelick Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.