US-42 over Little South Fork
GoodBoone County, Kentucky · .3 MI NE of Gallatin Cl · Structure no. 008B00067N
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,209
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-42 over Little South Fork is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-42 over Little South Fork in Boone County, Kentucky. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 4,209 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,209 by 2041. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-42 over Little South Fork built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-42 over Little South 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US-42 over Little South Fork carry?
About 4,209 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-42 over Little South Fork?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US-42 over Little South Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.