US Bridges

Ky 1315 over Lick Fork

FairPosted for load

Oldham County, Kentucky · 0.5 MI N of Shelby Cl · Structure no. 093B00024N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,252
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1315 over Lick Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1315 over Lick Fork in Oldham County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,252 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,252 by 2041. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1315
CrossesLick Fork
Location0.5 MI N of Shelby Cl
RouteState Highway 1315
CountyOldham County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.31306, -85.33306
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 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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.9 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length47 ft (14.2 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,252 (2021)
Projected traffic1,252 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 1315 over Lick Fork built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1315 over Lick 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1315 over Lick Fork carry?

About 1,252 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 1315 over Lick Fork?

The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1315 over Lick Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.