US Bridges

Ky 362 over Fibles Run

PoorPosted for load

Shelby County, Kentucky · 100 Ft W of Ky 1315 · Structure no. 106B00030N

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,510
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 362 over Fibles Run is a steel culvert carrying Ky 362 over Fibles Run in Shelby County, Kentucky. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,510 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,510 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 362
CrossesFibles Run
Location100 Ft W of Ky 1315
RouteState Highway 362
CountyShelby County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.28889, -85.30333
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,510 (2023)
Projected traffic2,510 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 362 over Fibles Run built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 362 over Fibles Run 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 362 over Fibles Run carry?

About 2,510 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 362 over Fibles Run?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 362 over Fibles Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.