US Bridges

Ky 1795 over Beech Creek

PoorPosted for load

Spencer County, Kentucky · 1.6 MI E of Ky 44 · Structure no. 108B00024N

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
190 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
588
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1795 over Beech Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 1795 over Beech Creek in Spencer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 588 vehicles a day, projected to reach 588 by 2039. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1795
CrossesBeech Creek
Location1.6 MI E of Ky 44
RouteState Highway 1795
CountySpencer County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.05444, -85.22444
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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating36.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic588 (2019)
Projected traffic588 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 1795 over Beech Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1795 over Beech Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1795 over Beech Creek carry?

About 588 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Ky 1795 over Beech Creek?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1795 over Beech Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.