US Bridges

Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork

FairPosted for load

Casey County, Kentucky · 0.07 Mile SE of Ky 78 · Structure no. 023C00050N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
54 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork in Casey County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2039. The structure is 54 ft (16.6 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesGusty Branch RD
CrossesBig South Fork
Location0.07 Mile SE of Ky 78
RouteCounty Highway 1351
CountyCasey County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.46722, -84.9675
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating11.1 US tons
Inventory rating6.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.6 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.9 m)
Deck width12 ft (3.6 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2019)
Projected traffic40 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork?

The structure is 54 ft (16.6 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.

Who owns Gusty Branch RD over Big South Fork?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.