US Bridges

KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR

FairPosted for load

Carter County, Kentucky · 3.2 MI NW of JCT Ky 1959 · Structure no. 022B00049N

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
179
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR is a concrete culvert carrying KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older 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 179 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 179 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-7
CrossesRighthand Fk Everman CR
Location3.2 MI NW of JCT Ky 1959
RouteState Highway 7
CountyCarter County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.39278, -82.99694
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic179 (2021)
Projected traffic179 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR 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 2024.

How much traffic does KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR carry?

About 179 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-7 over Righthand Fk Everman CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.