US Bridges

Ky 652 over Trib to Simpson Creek

PoorPosted for load

Spencer County, Kentucky · 2.65 MI S of Ky 55 · Structure no. 108B00027N

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
129 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
493
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 652 over Trib to Simpson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 652 over Trib to Simpson Creek in Spencer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 493 vehicles a day, projected to reach 493 by 2043. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 652
CrossesTrib to Simpson Creek
Location2.65 MI S of Ky 55
RouteState Highway 652
CountySpencer County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.98083, -85.36722
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.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.6 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length129 ft (39.3 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic493 (2023)
Projected traffic493 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 652 over Trib to Simpson Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 652 over Trib to Simpson 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 652 over Trib to Simpson Creek carry?

About 493 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 652 over Trib to Simpson Creek?

The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 652 over Trib to Simpson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.