US-68 over Buckhorn Creek
FairPosted for loadTaylor County, Kentucky · .10 MI West of JCT Ky 323 · Structure no. 109B00042N
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,224
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Buckhorn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-68 over Buckhorn Creek in Taylor County, Kentucky. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6 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 17,224 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,224 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-68 over Buckhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Buckhorn 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US-68 over Buckhorn Creek carry?
About 17,224 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Buckhorn Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).
Who owns US-68 over Buckhorn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.