KY-7 over Little Sandy River
FairCarter County, Kentucky · .55 MI Sou. of JCT US 60 · Structure no. 022B00113N
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 246 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,903
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-7 over Little Sandy River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-7 over Little Sandy River in Carter County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 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 7,903 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,903 by 2041. The structure is 246 ft (74.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-7 over Little Sandy River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-7 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 KY-7 over Little Sandy River carry?
About 7,903 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is KY-7 over Little Sandy River?
The structure is 246 ft (74.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns KY-7 over Little Sandy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.