East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek
PoorPosted for loadCarroll County, Kentucky · 0.6 MI SE JCT Ky 1492 · Structure no. 021C00023N
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 55 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 76
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek in Carroll County, Kentucky. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 76 vehicles a day, projected to reach 138 by 2026. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek carry?
About 76 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns East Prong Locust over E.Prong-Locust Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.