US Bridges

KY-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br

PoorPosted for load

Scott County, Kentucky · 100 Sou of JCT Ky 32 · Structure no. 105B00059N

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
99
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br is a concrete culvert carrying KY-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br in Scott County, Kentucky. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 99 vehicles a day, projected to reach 99 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1636
CrossesFk of Little Indian Br
Location100 Sou of JCT Ky 32
RouteState Highway 1636
CountyScott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.39083, -84.63028
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMarch 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic99 (2021)
Projected traffic99 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br carry?

About 99 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns KY-1636 over Fk of Little Indian Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.