KY-541 over North Fork Ky River
GoodBreathitt County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI W of JCT Ky 15 · Structure no. 013B00067N
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 633 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 628
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-541 over North Fork Ky River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-541 over North Fork Ky River in Breathitt 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 628 vehicles a day, projected to reach 628 by 2041. The structure is 633 ft (192.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 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-541 over North Fork Ky River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-541 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-541 over North Fork Ky River carry?
About 628 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is KY-541 over North Fork Ky River?
The structure is 633 ft (192.8 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns KY-541 over North Fork Ky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.