US Bridges

Ky 1315 over Fibles Run

FairPosted for load

Shelby County, Kentucky · 0.6 MI N of Ky 362 · Structure no. 106B00054N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,252
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1315 over Fibles Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1315 over Fibles Run in Shelby County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,252 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,252 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1315
CrossesFibles Run
Location0.6 MI N of Ky 362
RouteState Highway 1315
CountyShelby County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.29583, -85.30861
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,252 (2021)
Projected traffic1,252 by 2041
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 1315 over Fibles Run built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1315 over Fibles 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1315 over Fibles Run carry?

About 1,252 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 1315 over Fibles Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1315 over Fibles Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.