US Bridges

Ky 1287 over Stevens Creek

GoodPosted for load

Owen County, Kentucky · 2.0 Miles South JCT Ky 22 · Structure no. 094B00044N

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
218
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1287 over Stevens Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ky 1287 over Stevens Creek in Owen County, Kentucky. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 218 vehicles a day, projected to reach 218 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesKy 1287
CrossesStevens Creek
Location2.0 Miles South JCT Ky 22
RouteState Highway 1287
Coordinates38.54361, -84.80861
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.3 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.3 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic218 (2023)
Projected traffic218 by 2043
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 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 1287 over Stevens Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1287 over Stevens Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1287 over Stevens Creek carry?

About 218 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 1287 over Stevens Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1287 over Stevens Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.