Fleming County Bridge Report Card
Fleming County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Fleming County, Kentucky
Fleming County has 117 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 7 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.0% is at or below the 7.5% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,343 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Fleming County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 117 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 7 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,343 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 | 6.0% | 12.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.2% of measured traffic | 0.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 108,901 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 | 6.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.5% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,343 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Fleming County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ky-697 over Allison Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 423 | 1982 |
| Ky-597 over Indian Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 348 | 1961 |
| Ky-170 over Cord Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 270 | 1950 |
| Cs-1108 over T0wn Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 144 | 2001 |
| Taylor Mill RD over Mill Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 113 | 1979 |
| Cr-1336 over Johnson Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 29 | 1969 |
| Cr-1153 over Jackson Branch | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 16 | 2013 |
| Ky-11 over Mill Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,346 | 1988 |
| Ky-32 over Fleming Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,306 | 1984 |
| Ky-32 over Allison Creek | High traffic | Good | 4,507 | 1932 |
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.