US Bridges

Ky 1694 over Harrods Creek

PoorPosted for load

Oldham County, Kentucky · 1.8 MI N of Ky 329 · Structure no. 093B00025N

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
212 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
901
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1694 over Harrods Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 1694 over Harrods Creek in Oldham County, Kentucky. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 901 vehicles a day, projected to reach 901 by 2041. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1694
CrossesHarrods Creek
Location1.8 MI N of Ky 329
RouteState Highway 1694
CountyOldham County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.3875, -85.52417
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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 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 evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.1 US tons
Inventory rating33.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length212 ft (64.6 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic901 (2021)
Projected traffic901 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 1694 over Harrods Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1694 over Harrods Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1694 over Harrods Creek carry?

About 901 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 1694 over Harrods Creek?

The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1694 over Harrods Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.