FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

KY 1951

Carrying KY 1951 over FORK OF SNAG CREEK

1.5 Miles West of Jct KY, Bracken, Kentucky

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Good
63 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: KY 1951

The KY 1951 bridge in Bracken, Kentucky carries KY 1951 over FORK OF SNAG CREEK. It was built in 2005, making it 21 years old today. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete and spans 1 section, stretching 16.0 meters (52 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 36 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Kentucky bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure at 8/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in good condition. All reported major components score above the Poor range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 63.2 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How KY 1951 compares

▲ 24.0
Load rating vs Kentucky average (39.2 t)
Top 7%
Higher load rating than 93% of Kentucky bridges
49
Bridges in Bracken · 9 in Poor condition
KY 1951 63.2 t
Kentucky average 39.2 t

Live comparison across Kentucky.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
100.0 / 100 - historical 80–100 band
Structural adequacy /55
55.0
Serviceability /30
30.0
Essentiality /15
15.0
Special reductions
0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
7/9
Good (7–9)
Superstructure
8/9
Good (7–9)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
63.2 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Good

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
2005
Material
Prestressed Concrete
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
16.0 m (52 ft)
Deck Width
8.5 m (28 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
36 vehicles/day
Structure Number
012B00031N

Condition Analysis

  • At 7/9, the deck (driving surface) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in good condition (8/9), showing no significant deterioration.
  • At 7/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether KY 1951 is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare KY 1951 against other structures in Bracken and across Kentucky. Kentucky bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for KY 1951?

KY 1951 in Bracken, Kentucky has a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure rating of 8/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is KY 1951 inspected?

KY 1951's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 36 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. KY 1951 is currently shown as Good condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for KY 1951?

KY 1951 has an NBI inventory load rating of 63.2 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining KY 1951?

KY 1951 is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is KY 1951 and does age affect safety?

KY 1951 was built in 2005, making it 21 years old.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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