US Bridges

KY-195 over Wolfpit Branch

FairPosted for load

Pike County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI West of JCT US 460 · Structure no. 098B00056N

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,907
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-195 over Wolfpit Branch is a steel culvert carrying KY-195 over Wolfpit Branch in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 1,907 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,907 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-195
CrossesWolfpit Branch
Location1.2 MI West of JCT US 460
RouteState Highway 195
CountyPike County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.35417, -82.425
Functional classRural Major 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.8 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,907 (2021)
Projected traffic1,907 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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-195 over Wolfpit Branch built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-195 over Wolfpit Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does KY-195 over Wolfpit Branch carry?

About 1,907 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is KY-195 over Wolfpit Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns KY-195 over Wolfpit Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.