US Bridges

KY-141 over Branch of Lost Creek

Fair

Union County, Kentucky · .05 MI East of JCT Ky 130 · Structure no. 113B00005N

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,158
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-141 over Branch of Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-141 over Branch of Lost Creek in Union County, Kentucky. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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.

It carries about 1,158 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,158 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-141
CrossesBranch of Lost Creek
Location.05 MI East of JCT Ky 130
RouteState Highway 141
CountyUnion County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.75, -87.92056
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,158 (2023)
Projected traffic1,158 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 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-141 over Branch of Lost Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-141 over Branch of Lost 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does KY-141 over Branch of Lost Creek carry?

About 1,158 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-141 over Branch of Lost Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns KY-141 over Branch of Lost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.