US Bridges

KY-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr

Good

Calloway County, Kentucky · West of Murray · Structure no. 018B00138R

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
148 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,930
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr in Calloway County, Kentucky. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 2,930 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,930 by 2042. The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKY-80
CrossesWest Fork of Clarks Rivr
LocationWest of Murray
RouteState Highway 80
CountyCalloway County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.65694, -88.44056
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating66.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length148 ft (45 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,930 (2022)
Projected traffic2,930 by 2042
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr 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 November 2021.

How much traffic does KY-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr carry?

About 2,930 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is KY-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr?

The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns KY-80 over West Fork of Clarks Rivr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.