US Bridges

Ky 480 over Cox Creek

Fair

Bullitt County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI W of Nelson Cl · Structure no. 015B00062N

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
204 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,039
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 480 over Cox Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 480 over Cox Creek in Bullitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,039 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,039 by 2041. The structure is 204 ft (62.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 480
CrossesCox Creek
Location1.0 MI W of Nelson Cl
RouteState Highway 480
CountyBullitt County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.97417, -85.53194
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.5 US tons
Inventory rating57.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length204 ft (62.3 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,039 (2021)
Projected traffic1,039 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 480 over Cox Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 480 over Cox Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 480 over Cox Creek carry?

About 1,039 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Ky 480 over Cox Creek?

The structure is 204 ft (62.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 480 over Cox Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.