US Bridges

Ky 2227 over Caney Fork Branch

FairPosted for load

Pulaski County, Kentucky · 0.5 MI N of JCT KY-1575 · Structure no. 100B00045N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,901
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 2227 over Caney Fork Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 2227 over Caney Fork Branch in Pulaski County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,901 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,901 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesKy 2227
CrossesCaney Fork Branch
Location0.5 MI N of JCT KY-1575
RouteState Highway 2227
CountyPulaski County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.11056, -84.62194
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,901 (2021)
Projected traffic3,901 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 2227 over Caney Fork Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 2227 over Caney Fork Branch 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 2227 over Caney Fork Branch carry?

About 3,901 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ky 2227 over Caney Fork Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Ky 2227 over Caney Fork Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.