US Bridges

KY-200 over Isbell Branch

FairPosted for load

Wayne County, Kentucky · .40 MI West of JCT Ky 167 · Structure no. 116B00011N

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
684
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-200 over Isbell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying KY-200 over Isbell Branch in Wayne County, Kentucky. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 5 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 684 vehicles a day, projected to reach 684 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-200
CrossesIsbell Branch
Location.40 MI West of JCT Ky 167
RouteState Highway 200
CountyWayne County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.80972, -84.875
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic684 (2021)
Projected traffic684 by 2041
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 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-200 over Isbell Branch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-200 over Isbell Branch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does KY-200 over Isbell Branch carry?

About 684 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-200 over Isbell Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-200 over Isbell Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.