US Bridges

Ky 92 over Elk Spring Creek

FairPosted for load

Wayne County, Kentucky · .2 MI E-Main St-Ky 90BUS · Structure no. 116B00034N

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,196
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 92 over Elk Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 92 over Elk Spring Creek in Wayne County, Kentucky. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 6,196 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,196 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 92
CrossesElk Spring Creek
Location.2 MI E-Main St-Ky 90BUS
RouteState Highway 92
CountyWayne County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.8275, -84.84444
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,196 (2022)
Projected traffic6,196 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 92 over Elk Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 92 over Elk Spring 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 92 over Elk Spring Creek carry?

About 6,196 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ky 92 over Elk Spring Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 92 over Elk Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.