KY-1717 over Wilson Fork
FairOwsley County, Kentucky · .05 MI East of JCT Ky 708 · Structure no. 095B00023N
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 144
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-1717 over Wilson Fork is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1717 over Wilson Fork in Owsley County, Kentucky. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 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 144 vehicles a day, projected to reach 144 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-1717 over Wilson Fork built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-1717 over Wilson 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 2024.
How much traffic does KY-1717 over Wilson Fork carry?
About 144 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is KY-1717 over Wilson Fork?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns KY-1717 over Wilson Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.