FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

KY-164

Carrying KY-164 over LITTLE RIVER

AT TRIGG - CHRISTIAN CL, Christian, Kentucky

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
34 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: KY-164

The KY-164 bridge in Christian, Kentucky carries KY-164 over LITTLE RIVER. It was built in 1970, making it 56 years old today. The structure is built primarily of concrete continuous and spans 3 sections, stretching 74.4 meters (244 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 906 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 6/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. All reported major components score above the Poor range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 33.5 metric tons.

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

How KY-164 compares

▼ 5.7
Load rating vs Kentucky average (39.2 t)
Bottom 33%
Lower load rating than 67% of Kentucky bridges
300
Bridges in Christian · 10 in Poor condition
KY-164 33.5 t
Kentucky average 39.2 t

Live comparison across Kentucky.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
89.9 / 100 - historical 80–100 band
Structural adequacy /55
55.0
Serviceability /30
21.5
Essentiality /15
14.4
Special reductions
−1.0

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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
33.5 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1970
Material
Concrete Continuous
Number of Spans
3
Structure Length
74.4 m (244 ft)
Deck Width
9.6 m (31 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
906 vehicles/day
Structure Number
024B00069N

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) rates fair at 6/9, minor deterioration that routine maintenance should address.
  • 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-164 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-164 against other structures in Christian 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-164?

KY-164 in Christian, Kentucky has a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is KY-164 inspected?

KY-164'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 906 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. KY-164 is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for KY-164?

KY-164 has an NBI inventory load rating of 33.5 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining KY-164?

KY-164 is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is KY-164 and does age affect safety?

KY-164 was built in 1970, making it 56 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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