US Bridges

Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream

FairPosted for load

Crittenden County, Kentucky · .6 MI S. Valley View Rd. · Structure no. 028C00076N

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream in Crittenden County, Kentucky. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 27 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesFords FERRY(CR1342
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location.6 MI S. Valley View Rd.
RouteCounty Highway 1342
CountyCrittenden County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.41361, -88.09583
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30.2 US tons
Inventory rating18.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic27 (2013)
Projected traffic30 by 2033
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 27 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Fords FERRY(CR1342 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.