US Bridges

Ky 3223 over Unnamed Stream

Fair

Oldham County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI N of Ky 53 · Structure no. 093B00045N

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,431
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 3223 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 3223 over Unnamed Stream in Oldham County, Kentucky. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 1,431 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,431 by 2038. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 3223
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location1.5 MI N of Ky 53
RouteState Highway 3223
CountyOldham County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.44361, -85.37139
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating108.4 US tons
Inventory rating65.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,431 (2018)
Projected traffic1,431 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 3223 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 3223 over Unnamed Stream 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 3223 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 1,431 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Ky 3223 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 3223 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.