Bullitt County Bridge Report Card
Bullitt County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Bullitt County, Kentucky
Bullitt County has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 7.1% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,368 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Bullitt County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 99 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 10,368 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 7.1% | 14.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.9% of measured traffic | 0.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.0% | 2.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 45 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,185,890 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 45 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 10,368 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Bullitt County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ky 61 over Long Lick Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,832 | 1927 |
| Ky 1319 over Broad Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,195 | 1975 |
| Ky 2672 over Sugartree Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 597 | 1970 |
| Ky 2674 over Whittaker Run | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 388 | 1981 |
| Ky 1494 over Trib To Prior Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 256 | 1942 |
| Katherine Statn RD over Pond Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1987 |
| Mt Carmel Chrch RD over Trib To Wilson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 2002 |
| Ky 44 over Knob Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 3,423 | 1941 |
| I-65 over Bluelick Creek | High traffic | Fair | 91,084 | 1956 |
| I-65 over Brooks Run | High traffic | Fair | 91,084 | 1956 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.