US Bridges

US-41A over Little River Slough

Fair

Christian County, Kentucky · .50 MI S of Pennyrile Pkw · Structure no. 024B00028N

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,993
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41A over Little River Slough is a concrete culvert carrying US-41A over Little River Slough in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 17,993 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,993 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS-41A
CrossesLittle River Slough
Location.50 MI S of Pennyrile Pkw
RouteU.S. Route 41
Coordinates36.82083, -87.47278
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.4 US tons
Inventory rating41.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,993 (2022)
Projected traffic17,993 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-41A over Little River Slough built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41A over Little River Slough 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 June 2021.

How much traffic does US-41A over Little River Slough carry?

About 17,993 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-41A over Little River Slough?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US-41A over Little River Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.