US Bridges

KY-141 over Bishop Ditch

Fair

Union County, Kentucky · Between W & E Jcts Ky 270 · Structure no. 113B00016N

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
773
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-141 over Bishop Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-141 over Bishop Ditch in Union County, Kentucky. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 773 vehicles a day, projected to reach 773 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-141
CrossesBishop Ditch
LocationBetween W & E Jcts Ky 270
RouteState Highway 141
CountyUnion County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.5425, -87.90444
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic773 (2022)
Projected traffic773 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Bishop Ditch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-141 over Bishop Ditch 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 2021.

How much traffic does KY-141 over Bishop Ditch carry?

About 773 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-141 over Bishop Ditch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns KY-141 over Bishop Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.