US Bridges

Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick Creek

Fair

Webster County, Kentucky · 0.6 MI S of JCT Ky 56 · Structure no. 117B00130N

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
365
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick Creek in Webster County, Kentucky. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger 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 365 vehicles a day, projected to reach 365 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 283
CrossesBr of Knoblick Creek
Location0.6 MI S of JCT Ky 56
RouteState Highway 283
CountyWebster County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.60889, -87.59389
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating69.7 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic365 (2023)
Projected traffic365 by 2043
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick Creek carry?

About 365 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m).

Who owns Ky 283 over Br of Knoblick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.