US Bridges

Ky 1169 over Trib to Elk Creek

Fair

Spencer County, Kentucky · 0.6 MI E of Ky 55 · Structure no. 108B00023N

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,359
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1169 over Trib to Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1169 over Trib to Elk Creek in Spencer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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.

It carries about 2,359 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,359 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1169
CrossesTrib to Elk Creek
Location0.6 MI E of Ky 55
RouteState Highway 1169
CountySpencer County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.09806, -85.355
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,359 (2023)
Projected traffic2,359 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 1169 over Trib to Elk Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1169 over Trib to Elk 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1169 over Trib to Elk Creek carry?

About 2,359 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 1169 over Trib to Elk Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1169 over Trib to Elk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.