US-60 over Little Sandy River
FairCarter County, Kentucky · .1 MI W of E-Jct Ky 1 · Structure no. 022B00063N
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 318 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,580
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Little Sandy River is a concrete tee beam carrying US-60 over Little Sandy River in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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.
It carries about 8,580 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,580 by 2043. The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-60 over Little Sandy River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-60 over Little Sandy 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US-60 over Little Sandy River carry?
About 8,580 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Little Sandy River?
The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US-60 over Little Sandy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.