US Bridges

KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk

Fair

Pike County, Kentucky · 2.1 Mi. SW of Ky 194 · Structure no. 098B00156N

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,089
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 1,089 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,089 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-2061
CrossesCaney Fork of Johns Crk
Location2.1 Mi. SW of Ky 194
RouteState Highway 2061
CountyPike County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.57972, -82.55028
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating94.8 US tons
Inventory rating56.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,089 (2021)
Projected traffic1,089 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$57,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk 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 2024.

How much traffic does KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk carry?

About 1,089 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns KY-2061 over Caney Fork of Johns Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.