US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek
FairDaviess County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 554 · Structure no. 030B00048N
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 99 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,840
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek in Daviess 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 10,840 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,840 by 2043. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek carry?
About 10,840 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek?
The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US-431 over Branch of Panther Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.