US Bridges

KY-692 over Soul Chapel Branch

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Pulaski County, Kentucky · 2.2 MI N.E. of JCT Ky 192 · Structure no. 100B00050N

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,417
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-692 over Soul Chapel Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying KY-692 over Soul Chapel Branch in Pulaski County, Kentucky. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older 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 1,417 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,417 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-692
CrossesSoul Chapel Branch
Location2.2 MI N.E. of JCT Ky 192
RouteState Highway 692
CountyPulaski County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.11, -84.53806
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,417 (2023)
Projected traffic1,417 by 2043
Trucks0%
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-692 over Soul Chapel Branch built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-692 over Soul Chapel Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does KY-692 over Soul Chapel Branch carry?

About 1,417 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-692 over Soul Chapel Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns KY-692 over Soul Chapel Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.