West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust Creek
FairPosted for loadCarroll County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI SW of JCT Ky 1492 · Structure no. 021C00020N
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 87
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust Creek in Carroll 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 87 vehicles a day, projected to reach 158 by 2026. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust 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 West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust Creek carry?
About 87 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns West Prong Locust over West Prong Locust Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.