US-23 over Caney Creek
FairPike County, Kentucky · 500 N of Ky 611 · Structure no. 098B00205N
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,640
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23 over Caney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-23 over Caney Creek in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 6 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 6,640 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,640 by 2040. The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-23 over Caney Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-23 over Caney Creek 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 US-23 over Caney Creek carry?
About 6,640 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US-23 over Caney Creek?
The structure is 66 ft (20 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.
Who owns US-23 over Caney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.