Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little River
FairChristian County, Kentucky · Sbl .5 MI N of US 41 Ntrc · Structure no. 024B00105L
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 151 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,091
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little River in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 8,091 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,062 by 2038. The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little 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 June 2021.
How much traffic does Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little River carry?
About 8,091 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little River?
The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Edward T Breathitt over South Fork Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.