KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy
GoodBoyd County, Kentucky · .05 Mi. Sou. of JCT KY503 · Structure no. 010B00056N
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 169 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,686
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy in Boyd County, Kentucky. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,686 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,686 by 2042. The structure is 169 ft (51.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy carry?
About 1,686 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy?
The structure is 169 ft (51.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns KY-5 over East Fork Little Sandy?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.