US-41 over South Fork Little River
FairPosted for loadChristian County, Kentucky · .90 MI NW of Pennyrile Pw · Structure no. 024B00119N
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,039
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-41 over South Fork Little River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US-41 over South Fork Little River in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10,039 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,039 by 2038. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-41 over South Fork Little River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-41 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-41 over South Fork Little River carry?
About 10,039 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-41 over South Fork Little River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns US-41 over South Fork Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.