US Bridges

KY-664 over Neeley Branch

FairPosted for load

Simpson County, Kentucky · 1.2 Mi. W. -Jct. Ky 383 · Structure no. 107B00033N

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
766
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-664 over Neeley Branch is a steel culvert carrying KY-664 over Neeley Branch in Simpson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 766 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 766 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-664
CrossesNeeley Branch
Location1.2 Mi. W. -Jct. Ky 383
RouteState Highway 664
CountySimpson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.70972, -86.65167
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic766 (2023)
Projected traffic766 by 2043
Trucks13%
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-664 over Neeley Branch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-664 over Neeley Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does KY-664 over Neeley Branch carry?

About 766 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is KY-664 over Neeley Branch?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns KY-664 over Neeley Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.