US-460 over Upper Chloe Creek
PoorPosted for loadPike County, Kentucky · At JCT of US 460/KY 1460 · Structure no. 098B00292N
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-460 over Upper Chloe Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-460 over Upper Chloe Creek in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 9,300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,300 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-460 over Upper Chloe Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-460 over Upper Chloe 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US-460 over Upper Chloe Creek carry?
About 9,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-460 over Upper Chloe Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns US-460 over Upper Chloe Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.