US Bridges

Ky 2866 over Jeptha Creek

FairPosted for load

Shelby County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI E of Ky 1790 · Structure no. 106B00084N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
421
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 2866 over Jeptha Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 2866 over Jeptha Creek 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 5 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 421 vehicles a day, projected to reach 421 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 2866
CrossesJeptha Creek
Location1.7 MI E of Ky 1790
RouteState Highway 2866
CountyShelby County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.15306, -85.16
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic421 (2021)
Projected traffic421 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 2866 over Jeptha Creek built?

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

What condition is Ky 2866 over Jeptha 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 2866 over Jeptha Creek carry?

About 421 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 2866 over Jeptha Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 2866 over Jeptha Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.