KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River
GoodBreathitt County, Kentucky · .1 MI S-Broadway-Ky 1812 · Structure no. 013B00065N
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 393 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 776
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River in Breathitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 776 vehicles a day, projected to reach 776 by 2043. The structure is 393 ft (119.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River carry?
About 776 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River?
The structure is 393 ft (119.8 m) long with a longest span of 168 ft (51.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns KY-2472 over North Fork Ky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.