US Bridges

KY-429 over Shepherds Run Creek

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Kentucky · 2.4 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 152 · Structure no. 115B00018N

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
623
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-429 over Shepherds Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-429 over Shepherds Run Creek in Washington County, Kentucky. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 623 vehicles a day, projected to reach 623 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-429
CrossesShepherds Run Creek
Location2.4 MI Sou. of JCT Ky 152
RouteState Highway 429
CountyWashington County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.66278, -85.28472
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 inspectionMarch 2024
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic623 (2021)
Projected traffic623 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-429 over Shepherds Run Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-429 over Shepherds Run 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 KY-429 over Shepherds Run Creek carry?

About 623 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-429 over Shepherds Run Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).

Who owns KY-429 over Shepherds Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.