US Bridges

KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek

Good

Pike County, Kentucky · @ JCT Ramp/Greasy Creek · Structure no. 098B00277N

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,167
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,167 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,167 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesKY-3174 R Greasy
CrossesGreasy Creek
Location@ JCT Ramp/Greasy Creek
RouteState Highway 3174
Coordinates37.37861, -82.47889
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width108 ft (33 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,167 (2023)
Projected traffic2,167 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek carry?

About 2,167 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.

Who owns KY-3174 R Greasy over Greasy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.