US Bridges

KY-1688 over Mcconnell Run

Fair

Scott County, Kentucky · .2 Mi. W JCT Ky 32 · Structure no. 105B00129N

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
113 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,086
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1688 over Mcconnell Run is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-1688 over Mcconnell Run in Scott 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,086 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,086 by 2042. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1688
CrossesMcconnell Run
Location.2 Mi. W JCT Ky 32
RouteState Highway 1688
CountyScott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.28528, -84.64333
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106 US tons
Inventory rating63.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,086 (2022)
Projected traffic1,086 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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-1688 over Mcconnell Run built?

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

What condition is KY-1688 over Mcconnell Run 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does KY-1688 over Mcconnell Run carry?

About 1,086 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-1688 over Mcconnell Run?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1688 over Mcconnell Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.