Ky 61 over Pettys Fork
GoodAdair County, Kentucky · 1.05 Miles South of Ky 80 · Structure no. 001B00082N
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 553 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,701
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 61 over Pettys Fork is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 61 over Pettys Fork in Adair County, Kentucky. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,701 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,701 by 2040. The structure is 553 ft (168.6 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 61 over Pettys Fork built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 61 over Pettys Fork in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Ky 61 over Pettys Fork carry?
About 7,701 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ky 61 over Pettys Fork?
The structure is 553 ft (168.6 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 61 over Pettys Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.