US Bridges

KY-70 over Bee Lick Creek

Fair

Pulaski County, Kentucky · .30 MI W of Rockcastle Cl · Structure no. 100B00034N

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,036
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-70 over Bee Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-70 over Bee Lick Creek in Pulaski County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 1,036 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,036 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-70
CrossesBee Lick Creek
Location.30 MI W of Rockcastle Cl
RouteState Highway 70
CountyPulaski County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.3, -84.47806
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (13.9 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,036 (2021)
Projected traffic1,036 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-70 over Bee Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-70 over Bee Lick 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does KY-70 over Bee Lick Creek carry?

About 1,036 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is KY-70 over Bee Lick Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-70 over Bee Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.