US Bridges

Ky 914 over Rush Branch Creek

Good

Pulaski County, Kentucky · At JCT of Ky 769 · Structure no. 100B00105N

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,968
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 914 over Rush Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 914 over Rush Branch Creek in Pulaski County, Kentucky. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 11,968 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,968 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesKy 914
CrossesRush Branch Creek
LocationAt JCT of Ky 769
RouteState Highway 914
Coordinates37.06806, -84.57028
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.8 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 traffic11,968 (2022)
Projected traffic11,968 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 914 over Rush Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 914 over Rush Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 914 over Rush Branch Creek carry?

About 11,968 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Ky 914 over Rush Branch Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Ky 914 over Rush Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.