US Bridges

KY-122 over Robinson Creek

PoorPosted for load

Pike County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI NE of JCT Ky 610 · Structure no. 098B00068N

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,089
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-122 over Robinson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-122 over Robinson Creek in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,089 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,089 by 2039. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-122
CrossesRobinson Creek
Location1.5 MI NE of JCT Ky 610
RouteState Highway 122
CountyPike County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.36917, -82.58222
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.2 US tons
Inventory rating27.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width23 ft (7 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,089 (2019)
Projected traffic2,089 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$120,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-122 over Robinson Creek built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-122 over Robinson Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does KY-122 over Robinson Creek carry?

About 2,089 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is KY-122 over Robinson Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns KY-122 over Robinson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.