KY-451 over Big Creek
GoodPerry County, Kentucky · 50 SE of E-Jct Ky 80 · Structure no. 097B00097N
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,716
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-451 over Big Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-451 over Big Creek in Perry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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.
It carries about 1,716 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,716 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-451 over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-451 over Big 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does KY-451 over Big Creek carry?
About 1,716 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is KY-451 over Big Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).
Who owns KY-451 over Big Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.