US-42 over Little Kentucky River
FairCarroll County, Kentucky · .2 MI E of W-Jct Ky 36 · Structure no. 021B00050N
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 361 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,583
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-42 over Little Kentucky River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-42 over Little Kentucky River in Carroll County, Kentucky. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 6,583 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,583 by 2043. The structure is 361 ft (110 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.3 mi (52 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-42 over Little Kentucky River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-42 over Little Kentucky River 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does US-42 over Little Kentucky River carry?
About 6,583 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US-42 over Little Kentucky River?
The structure is 361 ft (110 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US-42 over Little Kentucky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.