US Bridges

KY-92 over Liberty Creek

PoorPosted for load

Russell County, Kentucky · 1.8 MI West of JCT Ky 379 · Structure no. 104B00006N

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
773
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-92 over Liberty Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-92 over Liberty Creek in Russell County, Kentucky. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 773 vehicles a day, projected to reach 773 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-92
CrossesLiberty Creek
Location1.8 MI West of JCT Ky 379
RouteState Highway 92
CountyRussell County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.00861, -85.15611
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic773 (2023)
Projected traffic773 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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-92 over Liberty Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-92 over Liberty 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does KY-92 over Liberty Creek carry?

About 773 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-92 over Liberty Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns KY-92 over Liberty Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.