KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek
PoorPosted for loadWoodford County, Kentucky · .25 MI S of Frnkln CO LN · Structure no. 120B00017N
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 128 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,228
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek in Woodford County, Kentucky. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,228 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,228 by 2037. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek carry?
About 1,228 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns KY-1685 over South Elkhorn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.