US Bridges

KY-194 over Second Big Creek Fork

FairPosted for load

Pike County, Kentucky · @ JCT Ky 1758 · Structure no. 098B00037N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
554
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-194 over Second Big Creek Fork is a concrete culvert carrying KY-194 over Second Big Creek Fork in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 554 vehicles a day, roughly 60% of them trucks, projected to reach 554 by 2037. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-194
CrossesSecond Big Creek Fork
Location@ JCT Ky 1758
RouteState Highway 194
CountyPike County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.42889, -82.24306
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic554 (2017)
Projected traffic554 by 2037
Trucks60%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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-194 over Second Big Creek Fork built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-194 over Second Big Creek 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does KY-194 over Second Big Creek Fork carry?

About 554 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 60% are trucks.

How long is KY-194 over Second Big Creek Fork?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns KY-194 over Second Big Creek Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.