KY-80 over Fork of Clarks River
PoorCalloway County, Kentucky · 1.33 MI E of JCT US 641 · Structure no. 018B00130R
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 754 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,498
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-80 over Fork of Clarks River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-80 over Fork of Clarks River in Calloway County, Kentucky. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,498 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,498 by 2041. The structure is 754 ft (229.8 m) long and 45 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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-80 over Fork of Clarks River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-80 over Fork of Clarks River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does KY-80 over Fork of Clarks River carry?
About 2,498 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is KY-80 over Fork of Clarks River?
The structure is 754 ft (229.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns KY-80 over Fork of Clarks River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.