US Bridges

Ky 43 over E Clear Creek

Fair

Shelby County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI N of Ky 12 · Structure no. 106B00005N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,966
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 43 over E Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 43 over E Clear Creek in Shelby County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 1,966 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,966 by 2039. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 43
CrossesE Clear Creek
Location1.2 MI N of Ky 12
RouteState Highway 43
CountyShelby County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.2825, -85.14167
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating109 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,966 (2019)
Projected traffic1,966 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 43 over E Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 43 over E Clear Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 43 over E Clear Creek carry?

About 1,966 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ky 43 over E Clear Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 43 over E Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.